The Age of Exploration was the 15th-17th century where the European ships travel to different parts of the word to search for new trading route, wealth and knowledge.
This was to make sure trade could flow as smoothly as possible. I hope this answer helps!
1. sectionalism was the main cause of the civil war. the southern states seceded from the Union because they didn't want President Lincoln to free their slaves.
2. The Southern was devasted because it couldn't its agriculture products to the North or overseas. The Northen economy thrived on its manufacturing
3. the bureau provided assistance to tens of thousands of former slaves and impoverished whites in the Southern States