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What was the purpose of the northwest passage?
The purpose of the northwest passage was for European explorers to find a way to Asia by going west. Many people believed that there was such a passage and hoped to find it.
Why were the European explorers important?
Because they tried to find the northwest passage and now we know that no one can find it
What did European explorers hope to find in Canada to help with trade to the Far East?
The Northwest Passage.
Did the european explorers ever find the northwest passage?
no they never found the north west passage because there was never one
European nations sent explorers in search of a northwest passage to find what?
European nations sent explorers in search of a Northwest Passage to find a direct sea route to Asia. This route was believed to offer a quicker and easier way for Europeans to trade with Asia, bypassing the long and dangerous journey around the Cape of Good Hope or through the Strait of Magellan. Ultimately, the search for the Northwest Passage led to the mapping of new territories in North America.
Why did explorers search for the northwest passage?
The explorers wanted to search for the Northwest Passage to find a way through North America to Asia.because he wanted too
What were the explorers name who tried to find the Northwest Passage?
Henry Hudson was an important explorer who tried to find the northwest passage.
Western European nations sent explorers in search of a northwest passage to find what?
they wanted to find a direct water route to north america
Who were the French and Dutch explorers that tried to find the Northwest Passage?
henry
How did French explorers try to reach the kings goals?
They tried to help them to find the northwest passage
Why was it difficult for explorers to find the northwest passage through Canada?
big rocks
Why did explorers want to find the Northwest passage to Aisa?
They wanted to gain wealth.
