1. Copy down the word and the definitions
7-1 Key Terms
Copy down the word and the definitions

2. 7-1 Navigate- to set a ship’s course over water
Compass- a device that uses a magnetized
needle to determine direction

3. 7-1 Astrolabe- A device that allowed sailors to use
the position of the sun and stars to
determine latitude.

4. 7-1 Cartographers- mapmakers
Rudder- a flat, moveable piece at the rear of
the ship that makes it easier to steer.

5. 7-1 Caravel- a small Portuguese ship that drew
little water, meaning it sat high on
the seas, which allowed sea captains
to sail close to shore and into shallow
inlets.

6. 7-1
Gunpowder- a mixture of chemicals that
exploded when lit.

7. Bigger nations would set up COLONIES Outposts or settlements ruled by the bigger nations.
Ex. Spain would explore the Americas and set up colonies which they would rule either by a representative or the King and Queen back in Spain.