Friday, October 19, 2007

Exam #2

Mr. Viles Paragraph
The Colombian Exchange transformed the world in a more radical (thoroughgoing or extreme, esp. as regards change from accepted or traditional forms) way than any other development in world history. One significant effect of this process (a continuous action, operation, or series of changes taking place in a definite manner) was the establishment of the Triangle Trade. While many factors were a part of the Triangle Trade, the rapid growth in both supply and demand for new commodities was the largest motivating element. This time period may be best associated (to unite; combine)with economic developments, but it is impossible to analyze (to examine carefully and in detail so as to identify causes, key factors, possible results, etc.) this period without considering the intense social impact that the Triangle Trade had on those involved. In truth, a full understanding can only be gained by appreciating ( to value or regard highly) how economic and social factors (Ones that actively contributes to an accomplishment, result, or process) impact each other in history.

My Paragraph
The Colombian Exchange, which was trade of food products, animals and unknown diseases. American traded new food with Europe such as corn, tomatoes, pumpkins, squash and the sweet potato. The Europeans traded the Americans to cows, pigs, and grains also. America also received onions, fruits, sugar cane and coffee beans. These things were received from Africa and Europe. Diseases were also brought into America from all of the foreign trading. This exchange was one of the things that had the biggest effect on the development of the world. From this Triangle Trade was formed. Triangle Trade was a trade between Europe, Africa and the Americas. When this started there began to be a greater demand and need for more of the goods that were being traded. But then there became a greater supply because there was more of a need. Things such as cotton, ammunition, weapons, sugar, fruit and meat became popular in the trade. The rapid and constant needs for these things was a driving force for the Triangle Trade. This time period can only be remembered for its economical developments but we cannot forget the social developments that took place due to Triangle Trade. The only way we can really take a closer look into this time period is to first understand and appreciate how social and economical developments tie into each other and have effects on the outcome of society.

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