What significant event is associated with Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas in 1492?

• The discovery of Australia
• The start of the Columbian Exchange
• The fall of the Roman Empire
• The start of the Industrial Revolution

The Columbian Exchange resulted in the widespread transfer of plants, animals, and diseases between the Old World and the New World.

Name one European disease that severely impacted Native American populations after Columbus's arrival. (One word)

• Smallpox

Which new food crop from the Americas greatly boosted European population growth after its introduction?

• Wheat
• Potato
• Rice
• Banana

European settlers did not bring any animals to the New World.

What is the term used for the transfer of goods, plants, animals, and ideas between Europe, Africa, and the Americas after 1492? (Hint: Name of explorer)

• Columbian Exchange

Which of these animals was NOT native to the Americas before European contact?

• Llama
• Turkey
• Horse
• Guinea Pig

The introduction of new crops from the Americas contributed to population growth in Asia and Africa as well as in Europe.

What precious metals attracted many Europeans to explore and colonize the New World? (Enter one word: gold or silver)

• Gold

Which Native American empire was conquered by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés?

• Inca Empire
• Maya Empire
• Aztec Empire
• Olmec Empire