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What was the Transatlantic Slave Trade?
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The Transatlantic Slave Trade was a system where African people were captured and transported to the Americas to be sold as slaves from the 16th to the 19th century.
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Which continents were primarily involved in the Transatlantic Slave Trade?
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The continents involved were Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
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What was the 'Middle Passage'?
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The Middle Passage was the sea journey undertaken by slave ships from West Africa to the Americas, known for its terrible conditions.
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How did the Transatlantic Slave Trade affect African societies?
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It led to the loss of millions of people, disrupted societies, and caused long-lasting economic and social impacts in Africa.
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What role did European countries play in the Transatlantic Slave Trade?
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European countries organized and controlled the trade, benefitting economically by using enslaved people for labor in the Americas.
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Which commodities were often traded for slaves in Africa?
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Commodities like textiles, weapons, and alcohol were traded for slaves in Africa.
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What were the main crops produced by slave labor in the Americas?
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Main crops included sugar, tobacco, cotton, and coffee.
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Who were some of the main European countries involved in the trade?
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Countries like Portugal, Britain, Spain, the Netherlands, and France were heavily involved.
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How did the slave trade contribute to the Industrial Revolution in Europe?
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The profits and goods produced through slave labor helped fuel industrial growth and economic expansion in Europe.
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What was one of the key arguments made by abolitionists against slavery?
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Abolitionists argued that slavery was inhumane and morally wrong.
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When did Britain officially abolish the slave trade?
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Britain abolished the slave trade in 1807.
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What impact did the slave trade have on the demography of the Americas?
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It led to a significant African diaspora, deeply influencing the culture and demography of the Americas.
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What was the significance of the 'Triangle Trade'?
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The Triangle Trade was the system of transatlantic exchanges between Europe, Africa, and the Americas involving slaves, raw materials, and manufactured goods.
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How did enslaved people resist their conditions?
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Enslaved people resisted through rebellion, escape, and the creation of cultural forms that preserved African traditions and heritage.
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What was the impact of the Transatlantic Slave Trade on world history?
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It drastically shaped the economic, social, and political landscapes of multiple continents and has left a lasting legacy on race relations and global inequality.
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