AP World History Exam Prep

Category - History

What commodity did Western powers most seek from China during the late 1700s and 1800s?
  1. Tea
  2. Rice
  3. Soy sauce
  4. Wine
Explanation
Answer - A - Western powers mostly sought tea from China during the late 1700s and 1800s.

Key Takeaway: During the late 1700s and 1800s, tea was, by far, China’s most profitable commodity. The top buyers for tea in China were Russia and Britain. China received very large amounts of silver bullion in exchange for its tea.
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