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Question 3 • RAIL OC World Geography Studies B 2027

How did the transatlantic slave trade cause famine in Africa?

Answer
A
There were not enough Africans to farm the land.
B
There were fewer women having children.
C
Violence and war killed many Africans.
D
Europeans colonized Africa.

Explanation

The transatlantic slave trade forcibly removed millions of people from African communities, including many who would otherwise have grown food. With fewer people available to farm, food production could fall and famine could result. The best choice is “There were not enough Africans to farm the land.”

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