Question

How did Balboa’s search for a direct route to Asia differ from Magellan’s voyage?

A) Balboa crossed Panama; Magellan sailed around the world.
B) Balboa found the Spice Islands; Magellan was shipwrecked.
C) Balboa found Cuba; Magellan sought a "northwest passage."
D) Balboa reached the Caribbean; Magellan first saw the Pacific.

Answer 1

Balboa crossed Panama and reached the Caribbean, while Magellan sailed around the world and first saw the Pacific.

Step-by-step explanation:

The search for a direct route to Asia differed between Balboa and Magellan in terms of their routes and destinations. Balboa crossed Panama, while Magellan sailed around the world. Balboa reached the Caribbean, whereas Magellan first saw the Pacific.