The Impact of Colonialism
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What impact did colonialism have on the language and culture of the native inhabitants of the New World?

The original language and culture of the native inhabitants of the New World is forever lost or changed because of colonialism.

How did the Europeans perceive the New World of America?

The Europeans saw the New World of America as a utopia: a chance to build a new and better world, one which would exemplify their ideals of civilization.

How did early Europeans view non-European cultures?

Early Europeans viewed non-European cultures through stereotypes of the 'uncivilized savage' who they felt the need to 'civilize' through control and domination on all levels.

What is the overall theme regarding the relationship between the Old World and the New World in terms of appropriation and exploitation?

<p>The Old World appropriated and exploited the New World, leading to the loss or change of the native inhabitants' language and culture. Additionally, the Europeans held stereotypes of non-European cultures and sought to 'civilize' them through control and domination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the Europeans' expectations of America and how were they disappointed?

<p>The Europeans expected America to be a utopia that would fulfill their ideals of civilization, but they were disappointed as it did not live up to their imaginations and myths. In conquering the Americas, they also destroyed it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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