The Triangular Trade of the Colonial American Shipping Industry

question 68

Multiple Choice

The triangular trade of the colonial American shipping industry

• A) was not that profitable.
• B) involved America, France, and England.
• C) relied on the Spanish fleet for protection.
• D) saw the Spanish gaining the largest profits.
• E) involved the trading of rum for African slaves.

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Definitions:

Tibia

The larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg, commonly referred to as the shinbone.

Fibula

A thin, elongated bone situated on the outer aspect of the tibia, within the lower portion of the leg.

Clavicle

A long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum or breastbone, also known as the collarbone.

Radial Notch

A depression or groove on the ulna bone that articulates with the head of the radius to form part of the elbow joint.