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As the spanions invaded the Sahara they drove out most of the living Bedouin people and claimed the valuable gold resources of the mountains. they then migrated to America and started up the fast food business making Americans fatty.
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The name "America" is derived from the Latin version of the name of the explorer Amerigo Vespucci. Vespucci's accounts of his voyages to the New World were widely circulated in Europe, leading to mapmakers naming the new continent after him in the early 16th century.
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What is the name of the 7 continent of Asia?
Asia is on of the 7 continents. The rest include North America, South America, Oceania (Australia New Zealand and Oceania), Africa, Europe, and Antarctica.
What continent is new jersey in?
It is not a continent, but rather it is a state within the United States of America.
Was new America considered as a separate continent?
No, New America was not considered as a separate continent. The term "New America" is often used to refer to the Americas, which are comprised of North, Central, and South America. These continents are traditionally recognized as separate entities.
East of NewZealand is what continent?
New Zealand is located east of Australia, which is a continent and a country.
What continent is NY in?
New York is located in North America.
Was the Europeans the ones that found America?
Yes, they were. Christopher Columbus discovered America for the Europeans, but he did not know that it was a new continent. He thought it was India. Later, Amerigo Vespucci described the territory as a new one. That's why the new continent was named America.
Who named America the new world?
Because it was an unexplored region at one time. A new continent. Because it was unknown to Europeans until relatively recent times.
What was America's old name?
It was first called the New World because Europeans never been there
Continent east of New Zealand?
The continent east of New Zealand is South America
Who explored north America is it the Vikings or the Europeans?
The Vikings were a European ethnic group hailing from Scandinavia. They were actually the first Europeans to explore North America, as they landed in Greenland and modern-day Canada. Europeans did not return until the voyage of Christopher Columbus and it was unknown that they had discovered a new continent until Vespucci pointed it out.
What was a cultural change that occurred as a result of the Columbian Exchange?
Europeans found new opportunities in America.
What was a culture change that occurred as result of the columbian?
Europeans found new opportunities in America.....APEX
Which continent is New Mexico in?
The North American Continent
Was new America considered as a separate continent?
No, New America was not considered as a separate continent. The term "New America" is often used to refer to the Americas, which are comprised of North, Central, and South America. These continents are traditionally recognized as separate entities.
What is the new world that Christopher Columbus discovered?
No name. He didn't land in North America.
What continent is New York in?
North America
What continent is New England in?
New England is in North America.
