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AP United States History
Multiple Choice

Impact of Transatlantic Trade on British Colonies

Very Hard Period 2: 1607–1754 Transatlantic Trade

During the period of 1607 to 1754, transatlantic trade not only fostered economic growth in the British colonies but also intertwiningly affected social structures and relationships across the ocean. The development of triangular trade routes included the exchange of goods such as sugar, tobacco, and rum, as well as human lives through the transatlantic slave trade. As these dynamics evolved, different colonial regions adapted their economies to the demands of this extensive trade network. In this context, which of the following best describes the impact of transatlantic trade on the British colonies in America during this time?

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