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2-3.3 The Columbian Exchange slides

2-3.3 The Columbian Exchange slides

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What was a major consequence of the ancient continental drift and isolation of hemispheres?

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Distinct plants and animals evolved in each hemisphere.

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All continents remained connected.

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There was no impact on agriculture.

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The climate became the same everywhere.

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Which of the following were environmental changes caused by the introduction of European species to the Americas?

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Alteration of native landscapes by grazing animals

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Increased forest cover

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Clearing of forests for farming

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Introduction of new livestock species

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Multiple Choice

What is the main reason Europeans were less affected by diseases like smallpox compared to Native Americans?

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Europeans had developed immunity to these diseases.

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Europeans had better medical technology.

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Europeans lived in cleaner environments.

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Europeans had more nutritious diets.

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Which of the following animals was introduced to the Americas by Europeans during the Columbian Exchange?

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Horses

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Llamas

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Buffalo

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Kangaroos

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Which of the following were positive effects of the Columbian Exchange?

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Improved nutrition due to a greater variety of foods

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Spread of deadly diseases to native populations

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Introduction of new crops and animals

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Enrichment of diets on multiple continents

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Identify a problem with the Columbian Exchange and explain why it was a problem.

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