Atlantic Slave Trade Quiz

Which continent did the Atlantic Slave Trade primarily involve?

• North America

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

When did the Atlantic Slave Trade begin?

• 10th century

• 17th century

• 19th century

• 15th century

Which European country played a major role in initiating the Atlantic Slave Trade?

• Portugal

• England

• Spain

• France

What was the main purpose of the Atlantic Slave Trade?

• To promote cultural exchange between Africa and Europe.

• To provide employment opportunities for Africans.

• To establish diplomatic relations between European countries and African kingdoms.

• To supply European colonies in the Americas with enslaved Africans.

Which region of Africa was most affected by the Atlantic Slave Trade?

• West Africa

• South Africa

• North Africa

• East Africa

What was the Middle Passage?

• The stage of the triangular trade in which Africans were transported to the Americas

• The Middle Passage was a trade route between Europe and Africa

• The Middle Passage was a term used to describe the journey of European settlers to the New World

• The Middle Passage was a route used by European explorers to travel to Asia

What percentage of enslaved Africans died during the Middle Passage?

• 30-35%

• 5-10%

• 10-15%

• 20-25%

Which European country was the last to abolish the Atlantic Slave Trade?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• Germany

What impact did the Atlantic Slave Trade have on African societies?

• It resulted in a decline in population, disrupted social structures, and caused economic and political instability.

• It led to an increase in population and improved social structures.

• It had no significant impact on African societies.

• It resulted in an increase in economic prosperity and political stability.

When did the Atlantic Slave Trade officially end?

• 1492

• 1808

• 1865

• 1776