Europeans gave firearms whiskey and small pox to India in exchange of corn potatoes tobacco This is an example of_____________?
Correct answer: B. Diffusion
- A. cultural Exchange
- B. Diffusion
- C. Imperialism
- D. None of these
Explanation
The transfer of cultural traits, goods, practices, or technologies between groups is cultural diffusion. Cultural exchange is a broader description, while diffusion specifically emphasizes the spread from one group to another.
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