The Columbian Exchange

What was the Columbian Exchange?

• A trade route between Europe and Asia

• A cultural and biological exchange between the Old World and the New World

• A military alliance between European countries

• A treaty between Native Americans and Europeans

Which historian coined the term 'Columbian Exchange'?

• Christopher Columbus

• Alfred Crosby

• Hernán Cortés

• Bartolomé de las Casas

What was one of the most significant consequences of the Columbian Exchange for Native American populations?

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

• Devastating losses due to diseases

• Establishment of new trade routes

• Introduction of European languages

Which crops were introduced to the Americas as part of the Columbian Exchange?

• Maize and potatoes

• Wheat and barley

• Rice and soybeans

• Tomatoes and peppers

What impact did the introduction of horses have on Native American life?

• It led to the development of new languages

• It enhanced buffalo hunting and led to ranching economies

• It caused a decline in agricultural productivity

• It introduced new religious practices