Question 262

In 1497, which explorer was the first to draw a map of Canada's East Coast, claiming the land for England?

  1. AJohn Cabot
  2. BJacques Cartier
  3. CSamuel de Champlain
  4. DPierre de Monts
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Correct answer: A) John Cabot

Explanation

European exploration began in earnest in 1497 with the expedition of John Cabot, an Italian immigrant to England, who was the first to map Canada's Atlantic shore.

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