Question

according to the map, the columbian exchange was responsible for bringing which of the following to the americas?

a. diseases
b. precious metals
c. corn
d. tobacco

Explanation:

Analyze the map and legend

Using the Columbian Exchange and Old World and New World knowledge points

• The map shows the "New World" (the Americas) on the left and the "Old World" (Europe, Africa, and Asia) on the right.
• The legend indicates that the green arrow represents "Movement from Old World to New World" (bringing items to the Americas).
• The pink arrow represents "Movement from New World to Old World" (bringing items to Europe/Africa/Asia).

Identify items brought to the Americas

Using the Columbian Exchange and Old World and New World knowledge points

• The green arrow (Old World to New World) contains items such as cows, horses, pigs, wheat, sugar, rice, coffee, and various diseases (influenza, measles, smallpox, typhus).
• The pink arrow (New World to Old World) contains items such as corn, potatoes, tobacco, beans, cocoa, gold, and silver.

Evaluate the given options

Using the Columbian Exchange and Old World and New World knowledge points

• Option A (diseases): Listed under the green arrow (Old World to New World). This was brought to the Americas.
• Option B (precious metals): Gold and silver are listed under the pink arrow (New World to Old World).
• Option C (corn): Listed under the pink arrow (New World to Old World).
• Option D (tobacco): Listed under the pink arrow (New World to Old World).

Answer:

• (A) diseases (Correct answer)
• (B) precious metals
• (C) corn
• (D) tobacco