I was a journey that changed the world, where a new continent was found by mistake. What am I?
Category: History · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Think about a significant historical event involving exploration.
Answer
The Discovery of America
Explanation
The discovery of America by Columbus marked the beginning of extensive European exploration and colonization.
This is an easy history riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is The Discovery of America.
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