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Which country had superior naval technology relative to China, allowing them to reach the Americas first?
Which country had superior naval technology relative to China, allowing them to reach the Americas first?
- France
- England
- Spain (correct)
- Portugal
What was the main reason the Chinese did not reach the Americas first?
What was the main reason the Chinese did not reach the Americas first?
- The Chinese were not interested in exploring the Americas
- The Chinese government ended support for maritime expeditions (correct)
- The Chinese did not have large ships
- Admiral Zheng He lacked competence and confidence
Why were the Chinese unwilling to make the necessary investments to reach the Americas?
Why were the Chinese unwilling to make the necessary investments to reach the Americas?
- They lacked the necessary technology
- They had enough land and markets already (correct)
- They were afraid of the unknown
- They did not have the funds to invest
Which region experienced a significant increase in population as a result of the Columbian Exchange?
Which region experienced a significant increase in population as a result of the Columbian Exchange?
Which group of people settled the Caribbean islands as a result of the Columbian Exchange?
Which group of people settled the Caribbean islands as a result of the Columbian Exchange?
Which of the following foods were introduced to Europeans through the Columbian Exchange?
Which of the following foods were introduced to Europeans through the Columbian Exchange?
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