Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 6–9
The Age of Exploration Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Age of Exploration. Students learn why European nations sought new trade routes and the effects of their voyages, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
The Age of Exploration, world history
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Age of Exploration was the era when European nations sailed the oceans to find new trade routes and reached lands new to them. This worksheet teaches the causes, the tools, and the lasting effects, such as the Columbian Exchange and colonies.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the key terms. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Famous Explorers and Ancient China worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the era’s key terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Famous Explorers Worksheet for the people of the era.
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The Age of Exploration Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Age of Exploration. Students learn why European nations sought new trade routes and the effects of their voyages, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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