The Life of Christopher Columbus

Columbus was born in Genoa, Italy, in 1451.

Columbus left Genoa in 1470 or 1471 to head to sea.

Columbus marries Felipa de Perestrello in 1479.

Columbus asks for supplies for his journey to the Indies from King John II of Portugal in 1482. The king denies him.

In 1485 Columbus asks the king and queen of Spain to finance a trip to the Indies. His request is denied.

In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain decide to finance Columbus's voyage to the Indies.

On August 3, 1492, the Nina, Pinta, and the Santa Maria set sail from Palos, Spain.

On October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men spot land On October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men spot land. Columbus names the land San Salvador. He met natives that he called Indies.

Columbus returns to Spain on March 15, 1493.

In the years 1493-1496, Columbus makes a second voyage to the New World.

Columbus makes a third voyage to the New World in the years 1498-1500.

A fourth voyage is made to the New World in the years 1502-1504.

Columbus dies on May 20, 1506.

We celebrate Columbus Day on the second Monday of October.

On what day do we celebrate Columbus Day this year? 1 A November 1 B October 1 C October 13 D October 31

Who did Christopher Columbus meet when he landed in America? 2 A Pilgrims B The President C His cousins D Indians

How many ships did Christopher Columbus have? 3 A 3 B 4 C 5 D 2