Global History Regents Exam Question Bank Table of Contents

(1) benefits of the exploration of Asia by Europeans

(2) effects of the Middle Passage on the Americas

(3) introduction of South American products into North America

(4) interaction of cultures between the Western and Eastern hemispheres

… In addition, after the last battle they were afraid of the horses and guns, of our swords and crossbows and our good fighting. Above all was the great mercy of God, Who gave us the strength to keep on.…

— Bernal Díaz del Castillo, The Bernal Díaz Chronicles, Doubleday & Company
In this passage about a conflict in Mexico, whose perspective is being expressed?

(1) Aztec warrior

(2) Spanish conquistador

(3) Portuguese explorer

(4) Inca emperor
According to this author, which factors were influencing the outcome of the conflict?

(1) efficiency and education

(2) climate and disease

(3) tribute and tradition

(4) technology and fear
What was a result of the efforts of Prince Henry of Portugal, Christopher Columbus, and Ferdinand Magellan?

(1) The importance of Mediterranean trade routes was established.

(2) The modern concept of universal human rights was promoted.

(3) The European view of the physical world was transformed.

(4) An understanding of the benefits of cultural diversity was encouraged.
What was one effect of the Columbian exchange on European society?

(1) Migration to the Americas declined.

(2) Horses were acquired for the first time.

(3) The population increased with the introduction of new foods.

(4) The Christian Church was divided into Roman Catholic and Orthodox.
Which title best completes the partial outline below?

I. ________________________________ A. Sugar, tobacco, and cotton to Europe B. Textiles, rum, and manufactured goods to Africa C. Enslaved Africans to the Americas

(1) Trade Within the Hanseatic League

(2) Elements of Triangular Trade

(3) Factors of Industrialization

(4) Results of the Congress of Vienna
The use of the terms Encounter and Columbian exchange represents attempts to describe the

(1) nature of cultural interactions

(2) establishment of land grants

(3) results of scientific innovations

(4) origins of divine right theory
“. . . (It) brought the potato, the pineapple, the turkey, dahlias, sunflowers, magnolias, maize, chillies and chocolate across the Atlantic. On the other hand, tens of millions died in the pandemics of the 16th century, victims of smallpox, measles and the other diseases brought by Europeans (and don’t forget that the African slave trade was begun by the Europeans, to replace the work force they had decimated).”. . .

— Michael Wood, BBC History (adapted)

Which historical development is being described in this quotation?

(1) establishment of the line of Demarcation

(2) creation of the Hanseatic League

(3) Columbian exchange

(4) Glorious Revolution
A major impact of the Columbian exchange on western Europe was the introduction of

(1) Christianity that led to the rise of the Catholic Church

(2) new food crops that improved the European diet

(3) new military technology that weakened local rulers

(4) diseases that drastically reduced the population of Europe
What was a significant effect of the Columbian exchange?

(1) The Aztec conquered a vast empire.

(2) Potatoes were introduced into the diet of some Europeans.

(3) Prince Henry the Navigator established a school for sailors.

(4) China closed its borders to foreigners.
The Age of Exploration led directly to the

(1) establishment of European colonies

(2) start of the Puritan Revolution

(3) invention of the magnetic compass

(4) failure of the Congress of Vienna
Which statement describes an impact of the Columbian exchange on the lives of Europeans?

(1) The combination of new products and ideas promoted economic growth.

(2) Native Americans immigrated to Europe and competed with Europeans for jobs.

(3) Millions of Europeans were killed by new American diseases.

(4) Introduction of the Native American religions resulted in the decline of the Roman Catholic Church.
What was one effect of the Columbian exchange?

(1) rapid decline in European population

(2) economic instability in China and Japan

(3) introduction of new foods to both Europe and the Americas

Which letter identifies the region in the Andes Mountains where many Inca settlements were located?