European explorers searched for the Northwest Passage primarily to discover a new sea route to Asia. This passage was believed to provide a more direct shipping route to the valuable markets of Asia, including trade in spices, silk, and other goods.
Why did European explorers search for the Northwest Passage? (1 point) Responses to find the legendary waters of the Fountain of Youth to find the legendary waters of the Fountain of Youth to find the legendary Seven Cities of Gold to find the legendary Seven Cities of Gold to discover new technology for crossing the Atlantic Ocean to discover new technology for crossing the Atlantic Ocean to discover a new sea route to Asia
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