Portuguese Empire of Commerce Flashcards
1
Q
what did the Portuguese seek to control?
A
a vast geographical area with a diverse trading population
2
Q
The Portuguese outgunned most…
A
Indian Ocean trade ships
3
Q
5 established trade posts
A
Mombasa, Hormuz, Goa, Malacca, Macao
4
Q
cartaz
A
pass to trade in portuguese controlled area; 6-10% tax paid on cargoes to the portuguease
5
Q
shipping service
A
carried Asian goods to other Asian ports
