What motivated Europeans to begin exploring distant lands?

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fer1021 · Answer

Something that motivated Europeans for distant places is the search for money and other materials such as spices, silk , and more

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European exploration was motivated by the desire for wealth through new trade routes, the spread of Christianity, technological advancements, political competition, and a spirit of adventure. These factors combined to shape the Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries. Explorers aimed to establish new trade routes and territories while also seeking personal and national glory. 
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What motivated Europeans to begin exploring distant lands?

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