Introduction to BusinessUnit 3:
Groups Affecting BusinessBusiness Online: Idea FactoryU.S. Exports to Costa Rica. When
Christopher Columbus "discovered" North America,
he was actually looking for a shortcut to India. For centuries,
the great powers have sought out, carved out, and fought over
trade routes. Research a historical trade route, such as the
Khyber Pass, the Silk Road, or the Amber Road. You can use
an online encyclopedia, such as Encarta, or key in the search
words "trade route." Write a brief history of the
trade route and print out or draw a map of it. What articles
does the U.S export to Costa Rica? Draw a simple map showing
the areas where the articles originate. |