Transatlantic Trade's Impact on Colonial Economies

Very Hard Period 2: 1607–1754 Transatlantic Trade

In the early 18th century, the transatlantic trade network significantly shaped economic and social structures in the colonies. By this time, sugar, tobacco, and enslaved labor were key commodities. This network involved complex interactions between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Consider the practices and outcomes of this trade, particularly regarding its effects on colonial economies and the social hierarchies that emerged as a result.

Which of the following statements best encapsulates one of the principal features of transatlantic trade during this period?

It primarily benefited the Indigenous populations through increased access to European goods and technology.

It established a triangular trade network that significantly contributed to the growth of plantation economies in the South.

It led to the immediate abolition of slavery in the Americas due to moral objections from England.

It fostered a culture of equal partnership among European traders, African kingdoms, and American colonies.

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