Question

spanish royalty financed christopher columbus historic journeys, launching the age of exploration. what was his original goal when he set sail in 1492?
○ to claim new lands for spain
○ to discover the americas
○ to map the entire atlantic ocean
○ to find a new trade route to asia

Explanation:

During the Age of Exploration, Christopher Columbus' original goal was to find a westward trade route to Asia (specifically India, China, etc.) to access valuable spices and goods. He believed he could reach Asia by sailing west across the Atlantic. While he accidentally discovered the Americas, that was not his original intent, and claiming lands or mapping the Atlantic weren't his primary initial goals.

Answer:

To find a new trade route to Asia