Which of the following is an effect of Portugal developing the caravel?(1 point)

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The trade of enslaved Africans decreased.
The trade of enslaved Africans decreased.

The Roman Catholic Church eradicated Islam from the Iberian peninsula.
The Roman Catholic Church eradicated Islam from the Iberian peninsula.

Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire.
Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire.

Portugal took control of the Silk Road

Answer 1

The correct response is: Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire.

The caravel was a significant advancement in ship design that allowed Portugal to explore and expand its maritime capabilities, leading to the establishment of a vast empire across the seas.