Question
From your studies of the explorers, which of the following explored for France?
Marquette
Cartier
Dias
Cortes
Marquette
Cartier
Dias
Cortes
Answers
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From the list provided, both Jacques Marquette and Jacques Cartier explored for France.
- **Jacques Cartier** (1491-1557) is known for his explorations of Canada and the St. Lawrence River, claiming territory for France.
- **Jacques Marquette** (1637-1675) was a Jesuit missionary and explorer known for his exploration of the Mississippi River alongside Louis Jolliet.
On the other hand, Vasco da Gama (Dias) explored for Portugal, and Hernán Cortés explored for Spain.
- **Jacques Cartier** (1491-1557) is known for his explorations of Canada and the St. Lawrence River, claiming territory for France.
- **Jacques Marquette** (1637-1675) was a Jesuit missionary and explorer known for his exploration of the Mississippi River alongside Louis Jolliet.
On the other hand, Vasco da Gama (Dias) explored for Portugal, and Hernán Cortés explored for Spain.