Which statements accurately describe Magellan’s expedition?

Question

Choose all answers that are correct.

Responses

The expedition crossed three major oceans—the Pacific, the Atlantic, and the Indian.

The expedition crossed three major oceans—the Pacific, the Atlantic, and the Indian.

The Pacific Ocean was far wider than Magellan had anticipated.

The Pacific Ocean was far wider than Magellan had anticipated.

Three of the original five ships returned home to Spain.

Answer 1

The following statements accurately describe Magellan’s expedition:

1. The Pacific Ocean was far wider than Magellan had anticipated.
2. Three of the original five ships returned home to Spain.

(Note: The first statement regarding crossing three major oceans is incorrect; Magellan's expedition crossed the Atlantic and Pacific, but not the Indian Ocean as part of the original route.)