Question

Why were Europeans so motivated to find a new route to the trade markets of
the east?

Answer 1

They wanted to avoid the merchants from the middle east(cause of the crusades), also they wanted to find a cheaper way and finally the wanted to monopolize the trade routes.

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Answer 2

Europeans were interested in finding a new route to Asia. The Europeans had a great deal of interest in trading with countries in Asia. There were many products that the Asians had that were in demand in Europe, especially spices

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