The Columbian Exchange Quiz

What was one of the main motivations for Europeans to explore and establish colonies in the Americas during the 16th century?

• To spread democracy

• To gain wealth

• To escape religious persecution

• To learn new languages

Which technological advancement helped Europeans improve their maritime navigation?

• Railroad

• Magnetic compass

• Hot air balloon

• Steam engine

What was the role of joint stock companies in the age of exploration?

• They created new navigation tools

• They funded exploration ventures

• They provided military support

• They established trade laws

What was the Columbian Exchange?

• A trade agreement between Europe and Asia

• A cultural exchange program

• The transfer of goods and people between the Old and New Worlds

• A military alliance between European nations

Which disease was introduced to the Americas by Europeans and had a devastating impact on indigenous populations?

• Malaria

• Smallpox

• Tuberculosis

• Cholera

What was one significant effect of the introduction of new foods from the Americas to Europe?

• Decrease in European population

• Rise in European emigration

• Increase in European population

• Decline in European agriculture

Which animal, introduced by Europeans, had a major impact on the indigenous groups in the Great Plains?

• Cattle

• Horse

• Sheep

• Pig

What was the primary mineral extracted by the Spanish from the New World that contributed to their wealth?

• Iron

• Copper

• Silver

• Coal

How did the influx of silver from the New World affect the European economy?

• It had no significant impact

• It led to a decrease in prices

• It caused a price revolution

• It stabilized the economy

What economic shift in Europe was hastened by the Columbian Exchange?

• From capitalism to feudalism

• From socialism to feudalism

• From feudalism to capitalism

• From capitalism to socialism