Exploration and Expansion: Raleigh
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A reading comprehension worksheet focusing on Sir Walter Raleigh's role in exploration and expansion during the Age of Discovery. Designed to develop understanding of Raleigh's contributions and motivations.
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Exploration and Expansion: Raleigh
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Introduction to Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh was a prominent figure in the Age of Exploration. He was an English adventurer, soldier, and writer who played a key role in expanding England's horizons. Raleigh is best known for his efforts to establish English colonies in the New World, especially in North America. His expeditions aimed to find new lands, resources, and opportunities for England.
Raleigh believed that exploration would bring wealth and fame to England. He also aimed to challenge Spain's dominance in the Americas and to spread Protestant Christianity. His voyages were among the most famous of the late 16th century, and he became a symbol of English expansion.
Despite his ambitions, Raleigh faced many difficulties, including storms, conflicts with indigenous peoples, and political opposition at home. His expeditions contributed to England's later colonization efforts, but also faced criticism for the hardships and failures they entailed.
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- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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