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1 historians studying canada’s economy leading up to confederation in 1867 often talk about staples—basic materials important to manufacturing in europe and elsewhere. looking at the data, can you guess five staples that early canada exported to europe?

Explanation:

To answer this, we refer to historical economic data of early Canada (pre - 1867). Early Canada's staple exports to Europe typically included natural resources and agricultural products. Common staples were: 1. Timber (used in European construction and shipbuilding). 2. Wheat (for food and flour production). 3. Fur (for the European fashion industry, especially beaver fur). 4. Fish (like cod, important for European diets). 5. Lumber (similar to timber, used in building and furniture). These were basic materials important for manufacturing or consumption in Europe.

Answer:

1. Timber
2. Wheat
3. Fur
4. Fish
5. Lumber