What Were Some of the Positive Aspects of the Columbian

question 29

Essay

What were some of the positive aspects of the Columbian exchange? What were some of the destructive aspects of this exchange? Give some specific examples.

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Definitions:

Autonomy Vs. Self-Doubt

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where toddlers work to master physical environment while maintaining a sense of self-control and autonomy, as opposed to feeling inadequate and doubtful of their abilities.

Introversion Vs. Extroversion

A personality dimension referring to the extent to which an individual is inwardly or outwardly focused, affecting energy direction, social behavior, and stimulus response.

Trust Vs. Mistrust

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychological development where an infant learns to trust others if their needs are consistently met or develops mistrust if not.

Initiative Vs. Guilt

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where children learn to assert control and power over their environment through directed play and other activities.