Which of the following is an effect of Portugal developing the caravel?

Question

Portugal took control of the Silk Road.
The Roman Catholic Church eradicated Islam from the Iberian peninsula.
Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire.
The trade of enslaved Africans decreased.

Answer 1

The correct effect of Portugal developing the caravel is: Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire.

The caravel was a small, highly maneuverable sailing ship developed in the 15th century by the Portuguese that enabled them to explore the West African coast and beyond, leading to their establishment as a dominant maritime power.