Commercial Revolution and Its Impact

Commercial Revolution and Its Impact

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History, Geography, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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Patricia Brown

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The Commercial Revolution in Europe, spanning from the mid-1400s to the late 1600s, was a period of significant economic expansion. This era saw the growth of markets and the development of advanced seafaring systems, leading to the discovery of new lands and trade routes. Stable monarchies in countries like Portugal, Spain, England, and the Netherlands facilitated this growth. The influx of silver and gold from the New World stimulated European economies, shifting the focus of commerce to the Atlantic. This period also introduced new economic ideas such as mercantilism and economic specialization, setting the stage for the Industrial Revolution.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time period does the Commercial Revolution cover?

Mid-1500s to late 1700s

Mid-1400s to late 1600s

Mid-1300s to late 1500s

Mid-1600s to late 1800s

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What was one of the major outcomes of economic growth during the Commercial Revolution?

Advancements in seafaring technology

Establishment of new religious institutions

Development of new agricultural techniques

Invention of the printing press

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries were known as powerhouses during the Age of Exploration?

Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland

Greece, Turkey, Egypt, and Morocco

Portugal, Spain, England, and the Netherlands

France, Italy, Germany, and Russia

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What resources from the New World stimulated European economies?

Spices and textiles

Silver and gold

Oil and coal

Timber and iron

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What shift occurred in European commerce during the Commercial Revolution?

Focus shifted to the Indian Ocean

Focus shifted to the Atlantic

Focus shifted to the Mediterranean

Focus shifted to the Pacific

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which economic principle emerged during the Commercial Revolution?

Feudalism

Mercantilism

Capitalism

Socialism

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was a major result of the Commercial Revolution?

The Renaissance

The Industrial Revolution

The Scientific Revolution

The Enlightenment

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What characterized the Industrial Revolution that followed the Commercial Revolution?

Expansion of religious movements

Development of new political systems

Advancements in agriculture

Innovations in transportation and industry

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did the Commercial Revolution impact commerce?

It improved and expanded commerce

It limited trade to local markets

It led to the decline of European economies

It caused a shift back to barter systems