Columbus succeeded in
A) finding a water route to Asia.
B) proving the world was round.
C) inspiring subsequent European explorations.
D) bringing the benefits of European civilization to the Indians.
E) finding rich sources of rubies and diamonds.

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While Columbus did not find a water route to Asia, prove the world was round, bring European civilization to the Indians, or find rich sources of rubies and diamonds, he did inspire subsequent European explorations. His voyages opened up the Americas to European exploration and colonization, leading to centuries of discovery and expansion.

Columbus Succeeded in