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

Question

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

Answer 1

The effect of Portugal developing the caravel is that Portugal became Europe’s first maritime empire. The caravel, a highly maneuverable sailing ship, allowed for exploration along the African coast and eventually led to the discovery of new sea routes, contributing to Portugal's dominance in maritime exploration and trade during the Age of Discovery.