History and Spices

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that can change the course of history?

An election

An earthquake

A tsunami (correct)

A battle

According to the passage, what was the primary reason medieval Europeans used spices?

For medicinal purposes

To add flavor to their food

To preserve their food (correct)

As a status symbol for the wealthy

Which of the following statements about spices in medieval Europe is TRUE?

Spices were used primarily by the lower classes

Obtaining spices from Asia was a dangerous and time-consuming process (correct)

Spices were grown locally in Europe

Spices were readily available and inexpensive

What is the main reason given in the passage for Europe's desire to explore the world?

To find a cheaper source of spices Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Indonesia is TRUE according to the passage?

It is an archipelago, or chain of islands Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Malay Archipelago in terms of Earth's crust?

It marks a boundary between two sections of Earth's crust. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Europeans face challenges in accessing the Spice Islands for spices?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Why were Arab traders able to maintain control over the spice trade for centuries?

By spreading rumors about dangerous mythical creatures guarding the Spice Islands. Signup and view all the answers

What route did Arab traders typically take during the spice trade?

East to India and Ceylon, then west back to Europe. Signup and view all the answers

What motivated Arab traders to fabricate stories about mythical dangers around the Spice Islands?

To maintain their monopoly over the spice trade. Signup and view all the answers

History and Spices

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that can change the course of history?

According to the passage, what was the primary reason medieval Europeans used spices?

Which of the following statements about spices in medieval Europe is TRUE?

What is the main reason given in the passage for Europe's desire to explore the world?

Which of the following statements about Indonesia is TRUE according to the passage?

What is the significance of the Malay Archipelago in terms of Earth's crust?

Why did Europeans face challenges in accessing the Spice Islands for spices?

Why were Arab traders able to maintain control over the spice trade for centuries?

What route did Arab traders typically take during the spice trade?

What motivated Arab traders to fabricate stories about mythical dangers around the Spice Islands?

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