Christopher Columbus discovered America on the same day as 12 October 1942. Every year this day is celebrated as Columbus Day, with a view to remembering his discovery. This day is largely disputed because the discovery of America led to the beginning of colonialism in Europe and the culture, history, and identity of Native Americans were also erased. Even the discovery of Columbus is responsible for his large number of deaths. A memorial has been erected in Barcelona, ??Spain in memory of Christopher Columbus. The celebrations of Columbus Day began in 1907 in Colorado. Since 1937, this day has been declared a holiday in America. Many Italian-Americans observe Columbus Day as a celebration of their heritage, and the first such celebration was held in New York City on 12 October 1866. These days is annually celebrated in October month on the second Monday. Take this awesome quiz about Columbus Day.
1. In which country was Christopher Columbus embodied?
A. Portugal
B. France
C. Italy
D. Spain
2. When was Christopher Columbus born?
A. In 1340
B. In 1392
C. In 1451
D. In 1441
3. The explorer Christopher Columbus made, how many trips across the Atlantic Ocean from Spain?
A. 10 trips
B. 06 trips
C. 04 trips
D. 11 trips
4. Why was Christopher Columbus most known for?
A. First to circumnavigate the globe
B. First to the top of Mount Everest
C. Starting the European exploration of America
D. All of above
5. Which country is discovered by Columbus?
A. Bahamas
B. Hispaniola
C. South American
D. All of above
6. What continent did Columbus think he had reached when he visited the Americas?
A. Australia
B. Antarctica
C. Asia
D. All of above
7. The three ships on Columbus' first voyage were the Nina, the Pinta, and the ________________.
A. Isabella
B. Columbus
C. Santa Maria
D. None of these
8. How many expeditions did Columbus make to the Americas?
A. One expedition
B. Three expedition
C. Four expedition
D. Two expedition
9. What was the first land that Columbus' and his crew saw in the New World?
A. The island of San Salvador
B. The island of Cuba
C. Massachusetts
D. Florida
10. What animal did Columbus introduce to the New World?
A. Alligators
B. Bears
C. Dogs
D. Horses
11. Columbus wanted to find a new route to......
A. India
B. China
C. Spice Islands
D. All of above
12. Where did Christopher Columbus die?
A. Florida, America
B. Valladolid, Spain
C. Tokyo, Japan
D. None of these
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