Asked by Karla Monsivais on Apr 28, 2024
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the Americas before the arrival of Europeans?
A) Across Native American groups, only a few languages were spoken, which aided communication.
B) A diverse array of Native American groups had their own languages, cultures, and conflicts.
C) Trade among Native American groups had yet to be established because there were few riches there.
D) Groups relied only on hunting and gathering, not any form of farming the earth.
E) Very little diversity existed in North America, which contributed to the lack of fighting.
Diverse Array
A term used to describe a wide variety or selection of different items or elements.
Native American Groups
Indigenous peoples in the United States, each with their own distinct cultures, histories, and governments before European colonization.
Trade
The act of buying, selling, or exchanging goods and services between people, states, or countries.
- Gain an understanding of the diverse cultures, languages, and living methods of pre-Columbian American societies.
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Arpinder singhMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Before the arrival of Europeans, the Americas were populated by a diverse array of Native American groups with their own languages, cultures, and conflicts. Trade networks did exist among these groups, and many practiced agriculture in addition to hunting and gathering.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the diverse cultures, languages, and living methods of pre-Columbian American societies.