Explain what is meant by the Columbian Exchange. Give an example of a product or resource that was part of this important cultural exchange between continents.

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The Columbian Exchange was the exchange of people, plants, animals, technologies, and diseases that occurred between people in the New World (the Americas) and the Old World (Europe, Africa, and Asia). The exchange began following Columbus’ exploration of the New World and his return to Spain.