Why Didn't the Italian States Take a Lead in Exploring

question 71

Multiple Choice

Why didn't the Italian states take a lead in exploring the Atlantic?

• A) Italy lacked warm water access and seafaring technology.
• B) The ships of the Mediterranean were ill suited to the Atlantic.
• C) The trading states of Venice and Genoa preferred a system of alliances with the Muslims.
• D) Both A and B
• E) Both B and C

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