Question

what was a primary reason columbus went in search of asia? *
gold
silk
spices
freedom

what year did columbus discover america? *
1942
1607
1492
1588

Explanation:

First Question: What was a primary reason Columbus went in search of Asia?

During the Age of Exploration, spices from Asia (like pepper, cloves, etc.) were highly valuable in Europe. Columbus sought a westward route to Asia to access these spices (along with other trade goods). Gold was a motivator too, but spices were a key trade good he aimed to obtain. Silk was also a trade item, but spices were more central to his trade - related motives. Freedom was not a primary reason for his voyage. So the primary reason related to trade goods like spices.

Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492 and reached the Americas (the Caribbean) in that year. 1942 is during World War II, 1607 was when Jamestown was founded, and 1588 was the year of the Spanish Armada's defeat. So the correct year is 1492.

Answer:

Spices (the option with "Spices")

Second Question: What year did Columbus discover America?