The Triangular Trade

Who was the first person to successfully grow and sell tobacco in the New World?

• Christopher Columbus

• John Rolfe

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the initial source of labor for tobacco farms before the use of slaves?

• Prisoners

• Indentured servants

• Native Americans

• Volunteers

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When did the first African slaves arrive to work on tobacco farms?

• 1612

• 1627

• 1617

• 1619

How much tobacco was shipped to England in 1627?

• 100,000 pounds

• 500,000 pounds

• 1,000,000 pounds

• 20,000 pounds

What was King James I's opinion on smoking tobacco?

• He was indifferent.

• He thought it was healthy.

• He loved it.

• He disliked it but liked the money it brought.