Columbian Exchange

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The global trading of plants, animals, diseases, and ideas begun after Columbus's first voyage is known as __________________.
Back
The Columbian Exchange
Answer explanation
The global trading of plants, animals, diseases, and ideas that began after Columbus's first voyage is known as the Columbian Exchange, highlighting the significant cultural and biological exchanges between the Old and New Worlds.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Europeans were not as affected by the diseases they brought to the Americas because they had _________________ .
Back
immunity
Answer explanation
Europeans had immunity to many diseases due to previous exposure, which made them less affected by the diseases they brought to the Americas. In contrast, Indigenous populations had no such immunity, leading to devastating effects.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The introduction of new crops from the Americas caused populations to _____________ in the Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Back
increase
Answer explanation
The introduction of new crops from the Americas, such as potatoes and maize, significantly improved food security and nutrition, leading to population increases in Europe, Africa, and Asia.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What disease(s) did Europeans bring to the New World: Small Pox, Measles, Diphtheria, All of the above?
Back
All of the above
Answer explanation
Europeans brought several diseases to the New World, including Small Pox, Measles, and Diphtheria. These diseases had devastating effects on the indigenous populations, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where did horses come from?
Back
Old World
Answer explanation
Horses originated in the Old World, specifically in the steppes of Central Asia. They were domesticated around 4000-3500 BCE, making the Old World the correct answer.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where did potatoes come from?
Back
New World
Answer explanation
Potatoes originated in the New World, specifically in the Andean region of South America. They were domesticated by indigenous peoples long before being introduced to the Old World.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where did sugar come from?
Back
Old World
Answer explanation
Sugar originated in the Old World, specifically in regions like Southeast Asia and India, before spreading to other parts of the world. The New World later adopted sugar cultivation, but its roots are in the Old World.
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