When Columbus sailed from Spain on his epic journey what did he expect to find?

Explanation:

A  direct water route from West Europe to Asia.

according to the map, most industrialization in europe occurred in the northwest.

the production of coal and lignite deposits was profitable throughout western europe.

the building of railroads transport goods throughout europe.

according to the map, the population trend indicates that more people are moving into cities.

northwest

coal and lignite depostis

railroads

cities