Consequences of Transatlantic Trade

Hard Period 2: 1607–1754 Transatlantic Trade

During the early colonial period, transatlantic trade significantly shaped the economic and demographic landscape of North America. This trading network involved the exchange of various goods and played a crucial role in the establishment of the Atlantic economy. One such trade system facilitated the exchange of slaves, raw materials, and manufactured goods among Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Which of the following statements best describes a consequence of this transatlantic trade during the period from 1607 to 1754?

The introduction of European agricultural practices in North America led to increased independence from European sources of food.

The influx of enslaved Africans created new social hierarchies and tensions within colonial societies.

The establishment of mercantilism resulted in the rapid industrialization of the southern colonies.

The trade patterns directly contributed to the abolition of slavery in British North America.

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