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1. Read "Modern Economy" and compare to what you have learned about the "discovery of America" in other classes. What are the major reasons behind Columbus sailing to America? Do you believe he was an explorer?
2. Describe the development of the Triangle Trade (Trade between Africa, Europe and the Americas) – how is it the primary reason for colonization?
3. How does the experience of Olaudah Equiano relate the real meaning of the Triangle Trade?