The Columbian Exchange Quiz

Which of these crops originated in the Americas and was later introduced to Europe?

• Wheat

• Rice

• Tomatoes

• Barley

The Columbian Exchange began after Christopher Columbus's voyages in 1492.

• True

• False

Which negative impact was MOST devastating to Native American populations?

• Loss of farming land

• Introduction of new diseases

• Changes in weather patterns

• Loss of hunting grounds

Which animals were NOT part of the exchange from Europe to the Americas?

• Horses

• Llamas

• Cattle

• Sheep

The Columbian Exchange had no effect on modern Italian cuisine.

• True

• False