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Why were global winds important to sailors?
A
Sailors could depend on the winds to bring them safely to shore.
B
The winds helped carry European ships to the New World, enabling trade.
C
The winds carried fragrances of spices, which enticed sailors to new lands.
D
Sailors could ride the global winds for fun, as a break from trading.
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Global wind patterns (trade winds, westerlies) provided reliable routes for sailing ships, allowing Europeans to cross oceans to the New World and establish regular trade and exploration routes.
Global wind patterns (trade winds, westerlies) provided reliable routes for sailing ships, allowing Europeans to cross oceans to the New World and establish regular trade and exploration routes.
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