Explorers — Set 3
Famous People · अन्वेषक · Questions 21–30 of 50
Which French explorer explored the St. Lawrence River region and is strongly associated with the name 'Canada'?
Correct Answer: D. Jacques Cartier
Jacques Cartier made voyages beginning in 1534 and explored the Gulf and River of St. Lawrence. He used the Iroquoian term 'kanata' (village/settlement), which became linked to the region’s name.
Who was the first European explorer to reach the Pacific Ocean by crossing the Isthmus of Panama in 1513?
Correct Answer: A. Vasco Núñez de Balboa
The correct answer is Vasco Núñez de Balboa. Vasco Núñez de Balboa led an expedition across Panama in 1513 and became the first European to see the Pacific Ocean from the Americas. He called it the 'South Sea' at the time. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which explorer reached the Hawaiian Islands in 1778 and called them the Sandwich Islands?
Correct Answer: D. James Cook
The correct answer is James Cook. James Cook visited the Hawaiian Islands in 1778 during his third Pacific voyage and named them the Sandwich Islands in honor of the Earl of Sandwich. Cook later died in 1779 during a conflict in Hawaii. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Who was the first American woman to travel into space in 1983?
Correct Answer: A. Sally Ride
The correct answer is Sally Ride. Sally Ride flew on Space Shuttle mission STS-7 in 1983, becoming the first American woman in space. She later worked to promote science education, especially for young students. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which 7th-century Chinese traveler journeyed to India and returned with Buddhist texts and knowledge?
Correct Answer: D. Xuanzang
The correct answer is Xuanzang. Xuanzang traveled to India to study Buddhism and collected many scriptures, later translating them in China. His detailed travel record is also valued for its descriptions of places and societies of the time. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The exploration of the Louisiana Purchase territory in 1804–1806 was led by which duo?
Correct Answer: D. Lewis and Clark
The correct answer is Lewis and Clark. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the Corps of Discovery to explore and map much of the Louisiana Purchase. Their expedition improved geographic knowledge of the American West and sought routes to the Pacific. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Who was the Dutch explorer who reached Tasmania in 1642 and later sighted New Zealand?
Correct Answer: B. Abel Tasman
The correct answer is Abel Tasman. Abel Tasman discovered Tasmania in 1642 (naming it Van Diemen’s Land) and later encountered New Zealand during the same voyage. His journeys expanded European knowledge of the southern oceans. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which expedition is known for attempting to cross Australia from south to north in 1860–61, ending in tragedy?
Correct Answer: B. Burke and Wills
The correct answer is Burke and Wills. The Burke and Wills expedition attempted a south-to-north crossing of Australia. Although they reached near the northern coast, the return journey failed due to severe hardship and mismanagement, and both leaders died. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Who was the first person to sail solo around the world (1895–1898)?
Correct Answer: A. Joshua Slocum
The correct answer is Joshua Slocum. Joshua Slocum completed the first solo circumnavigation of the globe aboard his sloop 'Spray'. He later described the voyage in his famous book 'Sailing Alone Around the World'. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which French explorer reached the mouth of the Mississippi River in 1682 and claimed the region for France?
Correct Answer: B. Robert de La Salle
The correct answer is Robert de La Salle. René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle traveled down the Mississippi River and claimed the surrounding territory for France, naming it Louisiana in honor of King Louis XIV. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.