17th Century Economic Factors Quiz

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Match the following economic factors of the 17th century with their descriptions:

Overuse of agricultural lands = Led to reduced farmland productivity Climate change = Caused drastic temperature drops Wars = Contributed to the economic downturn Plague epidemics = Affected population and economic stability

Match the following European powers with their primary economic policies in the 17th century:

Netherlands = Exerted significant influence in global trade Great Britain = Focused on controlling overseas colonies Spain = Engaged in mercantilism France = Participated in maritime conflicts

Match the following events with their impacts in the 17th century:

Agricultural land depletion = Resulted in economic crisis Wars among nations = Fought primarily for maritime control Temperature drops = Worsened economic conditions Increase in plague epidemics = Led to further population decline

Match the following terms with their relevant concepts from the 17th century:

Mercantilism = Control over overseas colonies Economic crisis = Result of multiple factors impacting trade Global trade expansion = Undertaken by major European powers Maritime conflicts = Rooted in competition for resources Signup and view all the answers

Match the following time periods with the events that characterized them:

1629-1636 = Sharp increase in plague epidemics 1647-1668 = Continuation of plague-related impacts 17th century = Major economic changes in Europe Previous century = Depletion of agricultural lands began Signup and view all the answers

Match the following causes of the economic crisis of the 17th century with their descriptions:

Excessive exploitation of land = Depletion of natural resources leading to reduced agricultural yield Wars = Conflict-driven economic instability and resource diversion Climate change = Alterations in weather patterns affecting crop production Plagues = Epidemics resulting in significant population decline Signup and view all the answers

Match the following impacts of the economic crisis of the 17th century with their outcomes:

Decrease in agricultural production = Food scarcity and increased prices Reduction of the population = Labor shortages in various economic sectors Economic decline = Rise in unemployment and poverty levels Epidemics = Increased mortality rates among the populace Signup and view all the answers

Match the following countries with their actions in global trade during the 17th century:

Holland = Gained dominance in maritime trade by defeating rival powers England = Established colonies to strengthen its economic position Spain = Gradually lost its influence in global trade Portugal = Faced competition from emerging maritime nations Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics of mercantilism with their definitions:

Expansion of trade = Focus on increasing exports over imports Establishment of colonies = Acquisition of territories for economic benefits Control of resources = Management of natural resources to favor national economy Maritime power = Building a navy to protect and enhance trade routes Signup and view all the answers

Match the following European powers with their respective strategies in global trade:

Holland = Strategically invested in naval technology England = Formed alliances with local rulers in colonies Spain = Relied on earlier colonial gains for economic strength Portugal = Maintained trade monopoly through exploration Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

17th-century economic crisis cause

Excessive land use, wars, climate changes, and plagues caused a major economic crisis during the 17th century.

Crisis impact on agriculture

The 17th-century crisis led to less food production.

Mercantilism definition

A 17th-century economic policy where European powers sought to control trade and establish colonies.

Holland/England's rise in trade

Holland and England gained control of global maritime trade after naval victories, replacing Spain and Portugal.