Voyages of Columbus

Imagine you’re a crew member on one of Christopher Columbus’ first voyages.

This prompt will have you delve into the mindset of a crew member aboard the Santa Maria or the Pinta on that fateful voyage across the Atlantic in 1492. Consider the fears, the hopes, and the raw uncertainty of journeying into uncharted territories. This kind of scenario invites exploration of human courage, wonder, but also the harsh realities of such adventures.