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What was one impact of European colonization on Native Americans?

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A. Native Americans fled to other countries

B. Native American culture was completely eradicated

C. Native American populations decreased

D. Native Americans thrived with European assistance

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Answer:

C. Native American populations decreased

Step-by-step explanation:

When the colonists arrived, so did the Colombian Exchange. This was an exchange of goods across the ocean, (think plants & animals) but also resulted in the spread of diseases. Native Americans had no immunity to European diseases, and had their populations decrease significantly. Thus, C.

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