Question

Which of the following correctly analyzes how the cartaz system represented a departure from previous patterns of trade?(1 point) Responses Portuguese, Muslim, and Venetian traders formed an alliance to share ports and profits using the cartaz system. Portuguese, Muslim, and Venetian traders formed an alliance to share ports and profits using the cartaz system. Muslim and Venetian traders gained power as people bought cartazes from them. Muslim and Venetian traders gained power as people bought cartazes from them. Portuguese ports now had exclusive control of Indian Ocean trade. Portuguese ports now had exclusive control of Indian Ocean trade. The cartaz system made few long-lasting or impactful changes.

Answer 1

The correct analysis of how the cartaz system represented a departure from previous patterns of trade is:

**Portuguese ports now had exclusive control of Indian Ocean trade.**

The cartaz system, implemented by the Portuguese in the Indian Ocean in the 16th century, was designed to regulate trade and ensure that all vessels passing through the region obtained permission (a cartaz) from the Portuguese. This effectively allowed the Portuguese to exert control over maritime trade routes and disrupt the traditional trade networks that had previously existed among various local and regional traders. Therefore, this system marked a significant shift towards Portuguese dominance in the region.