The Columbian Exchange US History

According to the text, what was the main reason Europeans came to America?

• To spread diseases

• To find new sources of food

• To establish political and religious freedom

• To explore new lands

Which disease caused the most devastation among Native Americans?

• Smallpox

• Measles

• Typhus

• Chicken pox

What was the primary transportation animal for the Inca civilization?

• Horses

• Llamas

• Oxen

• Pigs

Which New World crop led to a significant population increase in Europe?

• Wheat

• Grapes

• Corn

• Potatoes

What is the main reason for the decrease in species diversity since the Columbian Exchange?

• Increased human population

• Introduction of non-native species

• Environmental pollution

• Loss of natural habitats

Which New World plant provided more calories than any other plant on Earth?

• Corn

• Potatoes

• Manioc (Cassava)

• Sweet potatoes

What was the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the native population of the Americas?

• Significant increase

• Significant decrease

• No change

• Fluctuations over time

Which animal breeded quickly and became a hero to the New World?

• Cows

• Horses

• Pigs

• Llamas

What was not a negative impact of the Columbian Exchange on the environment?

• Loss of biodiversity

• Increased pollution

• Deforestation

• European nations became wealthy.

What was the main cause of death among Native Americans upon the arrival of Europeans?

• Diseases

• Warfare

• Starvation

• Natural disasters