Question

sswh10a: which phrase best completes the chart showing causes of european exploration?
causes
of european
exploration

desire to spread
christianity
the drive to explore
to compete with other
european countries
?

government oppression at home
desire for direct access to the valuable as
desire to improve their standard of living
search for a better climate

sswh10b: what was an effect of the movement of foods like corn and potatoes from the wester
eastern hemisphere?

foods from the americas contributed to population growth around the world.
foods from the americas contributed to a rise in food prices around the world
cunningham, shannon

Explanation:

SSWH10a:

To determine the best phrase for the chart, we analyze the causes of European exploration. Common causes include economic motives (like desire for direct access to Asian goods, as European traders wanted to bypass middlemen), religious (spread Christianity), and competitive (compete with other countries) or exploratory drives. The option "desire for direct access to the valuable Asian goods" fits as a key economic cause of European exploration (seeking spices, silk, etc. from Asia directly, avoiding Ottoman or Venetian middlemen). Other options: "government oppression at home" isn't a main exploration cause; "desire to improve standard of living" is vague (exploration was more about trade/profit for nations); "search for better climate" is irrelevant.

The Columbian Exchange involved transferring crops like corn and potatoes from the Americas (Western Hemisphere) to the Eastern Hemisphere. These crops are highly nutritious and could be grown in various climates, leading to increased food supply. More food means more people can be supported, so "Foods from the Americas contributed to population growth around the world" is correct. The other option (rise in food prices) is incorrect—new crops increased supply, which would tend to stabilize or lower prices, not raise them.

Answer:

desire for direct access to the valuable Asian goods

SSWH10b: