European explorers searched for the Northwest Passage mainly to discover a new route to Asia. During the Age of Discovery, there was a strong desire to find a more direct and efficient trade route to Asia for valuable spices, silk, and other goods, particularly in light of the Ottoman Empire's control over land routes. The search for the Northwest Passage was driven by the hope that a northern route through North America would allow for quicker access to Asian markets.
Why did European explorer search for the northwest passage?
To discover a new route to Asia
To find the legendary waters of the foundation of youth
To discover new technology for crossing the Atlanta ocean
To find the legendary seven cities of gold
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