Europeans Were Able to Expand Their Exploration and Command of the Oceans

question 74

Multiple Choice

Europeans were able to expand their exploration and command of the oceans due to the

• A) shift away from traditional portolani.
• B) rejection of the Chinese sternpost rudder.
• C) combination of lateen sails with square rigging and the ability to build ever larger and more mobile ships.
• D) construction of gigantic ships.
• E) cheaper cost of sailing.

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