Beginning in the 1440s,design Changes in Portuguese Caravels Allowed Them

question 9

Multiple Choice

Beginning in the 1440s,design changes in Portuguese caravels allowed them to:

• A)use a larger rudder,allowing for more accurate navigation.
• B)use square sails,promoting faster travel into the wind.
• C)employ larger crews on smaller ships.
• D)utilize oars in addition to sails.
• E)sail with two masts and faster,triangular sails.

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