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Which Italian explorer reached the east coast for England in 1497?
John Cabot is correct because this Italian explorer, commissioned by King Henry VII of England, landed on Canada's Atlantic coast in 1497, establishing Britain'
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Question: Which Italian explorer reached the east coast for England in 1497?
Answer options:
- Columbus ✅ John Cabot
- Vespucci
- Marco Polo
Correct answer: John Cabot
Explanation: John Cabot is correct because this Italian explorer, commissioned by King Henry VII of England, landed on Canada's Atlantic coast in 1497, establishing Britain's claim to North America. Christopher Columbus explored the Caribbean for Spain, Amerigo Vespucci mapped South America, and Marco Polo traveled to Asia, making them incorrect. Historically, Discover Canada emphasizes Cabot's voyage as the foundation of English Canada's history. Understanding these first European contacts and their dates is highly relevant, as early exploration is a recurring topic on the official citizenship exam.
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