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Which English explorer reached Newfoundland in 1497?
John Cabot is the correct answer because he sailed under the English flag and reached Newfoundland in 1497, claiming the land for England and drawing the first
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Question: Which English explorer reached Newfoundland in 1497?
Answer options: ✅ John Cabot
- Henry Hudson
- Martin Frobisher
- Francis Drake
Correct answer: John Cabot
Explanation: John Cabot is the correct answer because he sailed under the English flag and reached Newfoundland in 1497, claiming the land for England and drawing the first map of Canada’s East Coast. Martin Frobisher and Henry Hudson are incorrect because they explored the Arctic and Hudson Bay decades later in search of the Northwest Passage, while Francis Drake was a Pacific explorer. The Discover Canada guide establishes Cabot’s 1497 voyage as the official beginning of European exploration of Canada's Atlantic coast. Remembering the specific dates and achievements of early European explorers is highly relevant for passing the history portion of the exam.
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