10 Questions
What caused China to retreat into isolation during the 15th century?
Overseas contacts
What contributed to Europe becoming the center of world trade?
China's reduced role
During the 18th century, which two countries were considered among the world's richest?
China and India
What was the most powerful weapon of the conquerors during the Portuguese and Spanish conquest of America?
Smallpox germs
Why were the original inhabitants of America susceptible to diseases brought by Europeans?
Long isolation
What were the reasons for China's retreat into isolation during the 15th century?
China is said to have restricted overseas contacts and retreated into isolation.
What caused the shift of the centre of world trade from China to Europe?
China's reduced role and the rising importance of America.
What was the impact of smallpox on the original inhabitants of America?
Smallpox proved to be fatal as they had no immunity against the disease.
What were the advantages that the conquerors had during the Portuguese and Spanish conquest of America?
The conquerors had the advantage of using germs, such as smallpox, as a powerful weapon.
Which two countries were considered among the world's richest during the 18th century?
India and China were among the world's richest countries during the 18th century.
"Explore the Economic Shift: China and India in the 18th Century Quiz" - Test your knowledge on the economic standing and trade dynamics of China and India in the 18th century. Discover the reasons behind China's retreat from overseas contacts and the impact of America's rising importance on global trade.
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