History of Global Coffee Trade
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What was the significance of coffee houses known as qahveh khaneh in the 15th century?

  • They served as religious centers.
  • They were vibrant social hubs for engaging in discussions. (correct)
  • They were used for political negotiations.
  • They were places for coffee cultivation and trade.
  • Which region played a key role in the global spread of coffee during the Age of Exploration?

  • Greenland
  • Siberia
  • Antarctica
  • Caribbean (correct)
  • What was the role of the Dutch in the history of coffee cultivation?

  • They were among the first to cultivate coffee on a commercial scale. (correct)
  • They introduced coffee to Africa.
  • They banned coffee cultivation in their colonies.
  • They focused on tea production instead of coffee.
  • How did the discovery of coffee's stimulating effects come about according to legend?

    <p>A goat herder named Kaldi noticed his goats becoming energetic after eating coffee beans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do coffee-producing countries play in the global coffee industry?

    <p>They shape the industry as major producers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor has contributed to making coffee a prized commodity in the 18th and 19th centuries?

    <p>Increased demand from consumers worldwide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the equatorial belt known as the 'Coffee Belt'?

    <p>It is a region where major coffee producers are located.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the initial discovery of the stimulating effects of coffee beans?

    <p>An Ethiopian merchant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the 15th century, what type of establishments were coffee houses known as qahveh khaneh?

    <p>Social hubs for discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical period significantly expanded the global reach of coffee cultivation?

    <p>The Age of Exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which European power was among the pioneers in large-scale commercial cultivation of coffee in their colonies?

    <p>The Netherlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did coffee houses play in fostering social interaction during the spread of coffee to Europe?

    <p>Serving as vibrant social hubs for discussions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key role do growers play in the global coffee trade?

    <p>Growing coffee beans on farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entities are involved in the final stage of bringing coffee to consumers?

    <p>Roasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes major coffee-producing countries like Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, and Ethiopia?

    <p>Location in the 'Coffee Belt'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the global coffee trade, what is the primary function of importers?

    <p>Acquiring coffee from exporting countries for import</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the coffee trade described as a 'complex supply chain'?

    <p>Due to the inclusion of multiple intermediaries such as cooperatives and exporters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to the complexity of the global coffee trade supply chain?

    <p>Cooperatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which belt is known for hosting the major coffee-producing countries?

    <p>Coffee Belt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of coffee's trade showcases the intertwined nature of human history and commerce?

    <p>Cultural exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries are listed as leading major producers in the global coffee trade?

    <p>Brazil and Vietnam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what centuries did coffee evolve from a local delicacy to a global phenomenon?

    <p>18th and 19th centuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of coffee history marked its genesis as a global commodity?

    <p>Discovery in the Ethiopian highlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did coffee houses in the Middle East contribute to the spread of coffee cultivation?

    <p>By fostering social interaction and exchange of ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the Dutch involvement in coffee cultivation?

    <p>Large-scale production in colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical period played a vital role in expanding coffee cultivation globally?

    <p>17th century Age of Exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiated the approach of European powers during the Age of Exploration towards coffee cultivation?

    <p>Establishment of colonies in coffee-growing regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do roasters play in the global coffee trade?

    <p>Preparing coffee beans for consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries are considered major producers in the global coffee trade?

    <p>Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Ethiopia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what belt are the coffee-producing countries predominantly located?

    <p>Coffee Belt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant outcome of the global coffee trade according to the text?

    <p>Supporting the interconnected world through commerce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of coffee's journey is highlighted as a testament to history and commerce?

    <p>Bringing coffee from farms to cups globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did the story of coffee's journey as a global commodity begin?

    <p>Ethiopia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of coffee houses known as qahveh khaneh in the Middle East?

    <p>They facilitated vibrant social interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical period significantly contributed to the global spread of coffee cultivation?

    <p>15th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Dutch play in the history of coffee cultivation?

    <p>Pioneered large-scale commercial cultivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did European powers do during the Age of Exploration regarding coffee cultivation?

    <p>Established colonies in coffee-growing regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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