The Columbian Exchange Quiz

What impact did the Columbian Exchange have on Native American populations?

• It led to the introduction of new diseases, which caused a drastic decline in their population.

• It caused a significant increase in the Native American population

• It resulted in the establishment of peaceful trade relations with European settlers

• It led to the development of advanced medical treatments for Native American populations

Which of the following crops were exchanged during the Columbian Exchange?

• Rice, wheat, barley

• Maize, potatoes, tomatoes

• Cotton, tobacco, sugar cane

• Apples, oranges, bananas

What was the impact of the exchange of animals during the Columbian Exchange?

• It led to the introduction of new animals to different regions, which had both positive and negative effects on the ecosystems and societies.

• It had no impact on the ecosystems and societies

• It caused the extinction of all existing animals in the regions

• It only had positive effects on the ecosystems and societies

How did the spread of diseases affect the Native American populations?

• The spread of diseases only affected European populations

• The spread of diseases led to an increase in Native American populations

• The spread of diseases had no impact on Native American populations

• The spread of diseases from Europe to the Americas had a devastating impact on Native American populations.

What is an example of cultural exchange during the Columbian Exchange?

• The exchange of crops such as potatoes and tomatoes from the New World to the Old World, and the transfer of wheat and sugar from the Old World to the New World.

• The exchange of technology between Europe and Asia

• The sharing of art between North and South America

• The transfer of animals between Africa and the Americas

How did the Columbian Exchange impact global trade?

• It led to the collapse of global trade

• It only impacted trade within the Americas

• It had no impact on global trade

• It expanded trade networks and developed a global economy.

What was the most significant impact of the Columbian Exchange on Native American populations?

• Decreased population due to war

• Introduction of new diseases

• Improved healthcare

• Increased life expectancy

Which disease had the most devastating impact on Native American populations during the Columbian Exchange?

• Chickenpox

• Smallpox

• Measles

• Influenza

How did the exchange of crops during the Columbian Exchange affect food production?

• It caused a shortage of crops and reduced food variety.

• It increased food production and diversified diets.

• It decreased food production and limited diets.

• It had no impact on food production or diets.

What was the long-term effect of the Columbian Exchange on global economy?

• Establishment of a global trade network and transfer of goods, resources, and wealth

• Limited impact on global economy

• Increase in local trade and self-sufficiency

• Decrease in global trade and economic isolation