Flashcard on European Exploration and Its Impact

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What was the largest reason for the fall of American civilizations after Columbus's arrival?

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Disease

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What did Europeans establish in the Americas after Columbus's exploration?

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Colonies

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What was a major effect of European colonies in the Americas?

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Collapse of American civilizations

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What was the primary reason Europeans were interested in resources from the Americas?

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They were cheap

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What was one of the causes of the collapse of former Asian trade empires?

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Establishment of political control and colonies by Europeans

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What did the Portuguese gain a monopoly on in Europe?

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Asian spice

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What impact did European exploration have on the world?

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Caused the collapse of American and Asian empires

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What was a consequence of Europeans controlling trade in Asia?

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Asian empires collapsed

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What did the Dutch and British East India Companies establish in the Indian Ocean?

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Monopolies

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Why was Europe in their feelings during the Age of Exploration?

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Trade was difficult and products from Asia were expensive