Question

Which is an accurate description of Vasco da Gama? A. named the tip of Africa the "Cape of Good Hope" B. claimed parts of South America for Portugal C. was the first European to see the Americas D. sailed around Africa and reached India

Answer 1

The answer was D on my test (k12). Hope this helps somehow.

Answer 2

D. Sailed around Africa and reached India

Vasco da Gama was famous for being the first European to reach India by sea, thus establishing a new trade route. He did so by sailing around Africa.