Unit 2 Review 1 Explorers and Columbian Exchange

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What animal changed life for the American Indians? Options: Pigs, Chickens, Horses, Cows

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Horses

Answer explanation

Horses transformed the lifestyle of American Indians by enhancing their mobility, hunting capabilities, and trade. They became essential for transportation and warfare, significantly impacting their culture and daily life.

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Why did the population of the world increase during the Columbian Exchange?

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It brought new crops from the Americas, improved nutrition, and started Europe's economic shift towards capitalism

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that the Columbian Exchange introduced new crops to Europe, enhancing nutrition and supporting population growth, while also contributing to economic changes that fostered capitalism.

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Columbus thought he had arrived at ___________ and therefore called the indigenous people he met Indians.

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India

Answer explanation

Columbus believed he had reached India when he arrived in the Americas, which led him to refer to the indigenous people he encountered as Indians. Thus, the correct answer is India.

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What was the "New" World?

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The Americas

Answer explanation

The term "New World" refers specifically to the Americas, which were discovered by Europeans in the late 15th century. This contrasts with the "Old World" of Europe, Africa, and Asia.

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Which best describes conquistadors?

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Soldiers from Spain, one of the world superpowers in 1500s, who explored, conquered, and settled in the New World

Answer explanation

Conquistadors were Spanish soldiers in the 1500s who explored and conquered parts of the New World, notably the Aztec and Inca empires, making the first answer choice the correct description.

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Which is not a part of the New World? Options: North America, Caribbean, South America, Asia

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Asia

Answer explanation

Asia is not part of the New World, which includes North America, the Caribbean, and South America. The New World refers specifically to the Americas, while Asia is a separate continent.

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When did the Columbian Exchange take place?

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After 1492

Answer explanation

The Columbian Exchange began after 1492, following Christopher Columbus's voyages, which initiated widespread transfer of plants, animals, and cultures between the Americas and the Old World.

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Foods introduced: Squash, pineapples, potatoes, and turkey.

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the Europeans

Answer explanation

Squash, pineapples, potatoes, and turkey were foods native to the Americas that were introduced to the Europeans during the Columbian Exchange, significantly impacting European diets and agriculture.

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Example of the long lasting impact of the Columbian Exchange?

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Spanish is the main spoken language in many South American countries

Answer explanation

The Columbian Exchange significantly influenced language, with Spanish becoming the dominant language in many South American countries due to colonization, showcasing a lasting cultural impact.

Front

Which of the following countries is in Asia?
China, Brazil, Ireland, Australia

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China

Answer explanation

China is located in Asia, making it the correct choice. Brazil is in South America, Ireland in Europe, and Australia in Oceania, so they do not fit the criteria of being in Asia.