In which century did Giovanni da Verrazzano live?
15th/16th
13th/14th
17th/18th
19th/20th
Answer
Verrazzano lived during the transition from the 15th to the 16th century, a period of significant exploration. He is best known for his voyage to North America in 1524, which resulted in the exploration of the Atlantic coast from present-day North Carolina to Newfoundland. His exploration opened the door for subsequent French claims in the New World.
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