How did the Columbian Exchange impact the Americas? Select all that apply.
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The question is asking about the impacts of the Columbian Exchange on the Americas. The user needs to identify which of the provided statements accurately reflect those impacts.
Answer
Population declined due to the introduction of diseases.
The correct impacts of the Columbian Exchange on the Americas include the introduction of diseases that led to population decline.
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The correct impacts of the Columbian Exchange on the Americas include the introduction of diseases that led to population decline.
More Information
The Columbian Exchange brought European diseases like smallpox to the Americas, which drastically reduced indigenous populations.
Tips
A common mistake is to overlook the dramatic impact of disease, which was a major factor in population decline.
Sources
- The Columbian Exchange - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Columbian Exchange | Diseases, Animals, & Plants | Britannica - britannica.com
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