The Columbian Exchange
The Columbian Exchange
We have the Columbian Exchange to thank for potatoes in Ireland and tomatoes in Italy. While global connection increased the complexity of the world, that connection came at a steep price.
Key Ideas
As this video progresses, key ideas will be introduced to invoke discussion.
Key Ideas
Think about the following questions as you watch the video
- 01:11 How did people travel and trade within world zones before the 1500s?
- 02:31 How did the Columbian Exchange begin?
- 03:26 What were some of the positive effects of the Columbian Exchange?
- 05:21 What were some of the negative effects of the Columbian Exchange?