The term "coolie trade" referred to the

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The term "coolie trade" specifically referred to the importation of laborers from China into various parts of the world, including South America, the Caribbean, and Southeast Asia. These laborers were often brought over under false pretenses and suffered harsh treatment and exploitation. While there were certainly anti-Chinese sentiments in places like San Francisco during this era, that is not what the "coolie trade" specifically referred to. Similarly, the other answer choices--which involve opium, sweat shops, and low-cost goods--are not directly related to the coolie trade.

The Term "Coolie Trade" Referred to the