Life in the UK test practice question · History
In the 1700s, Britain traded with India and the East Indies (modern Indonesia). Which goods did it bring back?
Answer options
- Coal and iron
- Textiles, tea and spicesCorrect
- Wool and timber
- Oil and gas
Answer: Textiles, tea and spices
The East India Company traded in cotton, silk, tea and spices such as pepper and nutmeg. Over time it came to rule large parts of India.
Checked 8 November 2026