Timeline ~ John F. Richards, “The Columbian Exchange”
Directions: Using the Richards article “The Columbian Exchange” mark out the significant ‘date referenced’ events. If the
development listed is a happening over a date range (e.g. 1568-1595) then place it on the timeline at its end date, but
note it as a time span, (see below). Be certain to indicate the subjects of the events. After you finish the timeline
respond to the prompts on the back page.
1491 1492 -
1595 – (1568-1595) Hispaniolan planters shipped an average of 348 metric tons of sugar per to Sevile, Spain.
1607 -
Based on John F. Richards’ “The Columbian Exchange”, define 2-3 major ‘periods’ (aka ‘eras’) of Spanish Colonization in
the Caribbean. Using the ‘periods’ you defined above explain what events or developments represent the ‘turning
points’ between your periods.
Based on John F. Richards’ “The Columbian Exchange” and your knowledge of history, list three continuities in Spanish
Colonization in the Caribbean between 1492 and 1607. Explain why these continuities persisted.
Based on John F. Richards’ “The Columbian Exchange” and your knowledge of history, list three changes in Spanish
Colonization in the Caribbean between 1492 and 1607. Explain what caused these changes.