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What was the primary reason for the establishment of the General Company mentioned in the excerpt?
What was the primary reason for the establishment of the General Company mentioned in the excerpt?
- To provide financial assistance to Dutch merchants
- To protect Dutch merchants from risks such as piracy and extortion during long voyages (correct)
- To facilitate the colonization of the Americas and the West Indies
- To establish control over navigation and trade in the West Indies and Africa
Which historical development is best associated with the need for protection against piracy and extortion as mentioned in the excerpt?
Which historical development is best associated with the need for protection against piracy and extortion as mentioned in the excerpt?
- The Age of Exploration and maritime expansion (correct)
- The rise of global trade routes in the 18th century
- The decline of feudalism in medieval Europe
- The Industrial Revolution in England
What privilege was granted to the General Company according to the excerpt?
What privilege was granted to the General Company according to the excerpt?
- Prohibition of non-affiliated Dutch inhabitants from sailing to the Americas or the West Indies for 24 years (correct)
- Exclusive rights to trade with Asia
- Control over all Dutch overseas territories
- Permission to operate without any government interference
Which term best describes the role of the General Company as outlined in the excerpt?
Which term best describes the role of the General Company as outlined in the excerpt?
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What impact did the establishment of the General Company have on Dutch merchants not affiliated with it?
What impact did the establishment of the General Company have on Dutch merchants not affiliated with it?
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