Question

Upon contact with Europeans, Native American social structures were undermined by (5 points)

a. Native American population losses resulting from disease and exportation
b. development of Native American trade goods that proved very popular
c. sentimentalized accounts that idealized Native American practices
d. development of colonial factions that supported Native American rights

Answer 1

Native American social structures were undermined by Native American population losses resulting from disease and exportation.

Step-by-step explanation:

Upon contact with Europeans, Native American social structures were undermined by Native American population losses resulting from disease and exportation. The introduction of European diseases, such as smallpox, had a devastating impact on Native American populations, who had no immunity to these diseases. Smallpox, diphtheria, and measles spread among indigenous American tribes, decimating their populations. This loss of life led to a decline in Native American communities and the disruption of their social structures.

Answer 2

Option: C. Sentimentalized accounts that idealized Native American practices

Step-by-step explanation:

Social structure performed a significant role in Native American societies. By the arriving of the Europeans in America, they referred the tribal chiefs as kings, another important leader was the healer called shaman or a medicine man. For the Indians, kindness and noble actions were more valued than money and possessions. In some tribes, the head of the clan was a woman and her opinion was accepted by all.