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Question 3 • World History

Which items originated in the Americas and became European staples as a result of the Columbian Exchange?

Answer
A
rice, cattle, tomatoes, gold
B
corn, chocolate, rice, and sugar
C
wheat, chocolate, pineapples, potatoes
D
corn, potatoes, chocolate, tomatoes

Explanation

Corn, potatoes, chocolate (from cacao), and tomatoes are all native to the Americas and spread to Europe through the Columbian Exchange. Rice and wheat originated in the Old World, while cattle came to the Americas from Europe, so the other choices include items that do not fit.

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