Question

How were the explorations of John Cabot and Christopher Columbus similar?

Both were commissioned explorers.

Both sailed under the flag of their home country.

Both worked to establish Italian trade dominance.

Both explored trade routes to the east.

Question 2 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

Why did the Catholic Church express interest in the exploration of foreign lands?

The Catholic Church was interested in gaining new converts to the religion.

The Catholic Church had a large financial interest in controlling trade routes.

The Catholic Church was in competiti