Question

Give two examples of different types of global exchange which took place before the 17th century, choosing one example from Asia and from the Americas .

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Two examples of different typesof global exchangew were

1. Before the 17th century, china exported silk and pottery to europe in exchange for gold and silver from europe. This trade was carried out using the traditional 'silk route'.

2. Many common food items like potatoes, chillies, soya, ground nuts, maize, tomatoes and sweet potatoes were introduced into Europe from America after it was discovered by Christopher Columbus at the end of 15th century.