Question

using the excerpt from christopher columbuss journal during his first voyage, which of the following summarizes how columbuss and vasco da gamas motivations were different? (1 point) both had three motivating factors; however, columbus achieved direct access to spain, whereas da gama gained access to portugal. both had three motivating factors; however, columbus achieved silk and god, whereas da gama spread christianity to the new world. both had three motivating factors; however, columbus was the first to explore around africa, whereas da gama was second. both had three motivating factors; however, columbus achieved spices, god, and glory, whereas da gama achieved glory and silk.

Explanation:

Columbus aimed to reach Asia and gain wealth and spread Christianity. Da Gama's main goal was to find a sea - route to India for spices and also had religious motives. Columbus had access to Spain and da Gama to Portugal. Their exploration areas were different (Columbus to the Americas, da Gama to Africa and India). The option about Columbus being first to explore around Africa is incorrect as he didn't. The option about da Gama achieving silk is wrong as silk was not his main achievement. The option about da Gama spreading Christianity to the New World is incorrect as he didn't reach the New World.

Answer:

Both had three motivating factors; however, Columbus achieved direct access to Spain, whereas da Gama gained access to Portugal.