Flashcards: TRIANGULAR TRADE, MERCANTILISM, MIDDLE PASSAGE

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The goal of mercantilism was to create a “favorable” balance of trade by

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exporting more than was imported

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According to the economic policy of mercantilism, European nations desired to increase their wealth, power and prestige by

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establishing colonies in the New World

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What was the name of the voyage that brought slaves over to the New World?

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The Middle Passage

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What was the impact of mercantilism?

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The Mother Country grew wealthy

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What items were carried on trade route C?

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Slaves & gold

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Which statement is true?

• The colonists manufactured their own goods.
• The colonists bought raw materials from Great Britain.
• Great Britain needed the colonies to supply them with raw materials.
• Great Britain had plenty of raw materials and didn't need more.

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Great Britain needed the colonies to supply them with raw materials.

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What 3 regions were involved in the Triangular Trade?

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Africa, Europe, and North America

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What is the Middle Passage?

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European slave trade with the Americas

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What was a major reason for the flow of the transatlantic slave trade?

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The economic demands of the plantation system

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Mercantilism

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Mother Country Controls Trade-Colonys role is to serve the mother country