10 Questions
Which of the following foods were introduced to Europe and Asia after Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas?
Maize and tomatoes
Which two regions did the silk routes link together?
Asia and Europe
Which two precious metals enhanced European trade with Asia?
Gold and silver
What did the Spanish conquerors use in the conquest of America?
Germs of smallpox
Which two countries were the world's richest until well into the eighteenth century?
China and India
What are some of the common foods that were introduced in Europe and Asia after Christopher Columbus discovered Americas?
potatoes, soya, groundnuts, maize, tomatoes, chillies, sweet potatoes
How did the Spanish conquerors use smallpox in the conquest of America?
They used the germs of smallpox
Which two countries were considered the world's richest until well into the eighteenth century?
China and India
What were the two precious metals from the mines of Peru and Mexico that enhanced European trade with Asia?
gold and silver
What did the silk routes knit together and link with Europe and northern Africa?
vast regions of Asia
Test your knowledge on the historical Silk Routes and the fascinating journey of food from China to various parts of the world. Take this quiz to uncover the secrets of famous Chinese silk cargoes and the global spread of staple foods like spaghetti, potatoes, soybeans, and more.
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