North American Influences

Question

North American Foods Exported to
Chilies South Asia
Sweet potatoes China
Corn China, Africa
Manioc Africa
Tomatoes Europe
Use the chart (image) to answer the question.

Question
Based on the chart and what you know of the Columbian Exchange, which statement best explains why people in West Africa eat manioc?(1 point)
Responses

Europeans introduced manioc to Africa after encountering it in America.
Europeans introduced manioc to Africa after encountering it in America.

Manioc is native to West Africa and a traditional part of local diets.
Manioc is native to West Africa and a traditional part of local diets.

Early Native Americans brought manioc with them on voyages to Africa.
Early Native Americans brought manioc with them on voyages to Africa.

Early Native Americans established trade routes with West Africans.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains why people in West Africa eat manioc is:

Europeans introduced manioc to Africa after encountering it in America.

Manioc, also known as cassava, is native to South America, and it was introduced to Africa during the Columbian Exchange. Therefore, the introduction by Europeans is the most accurate explanation for its presence in West African diets.