Question

Read the passage and answer the question:

Many North American Indigenous cultures adapted to their local environments. Some groups were nomadic, moving to follow food sources, while others established permanent settlements. These cultures used available resources wisely and passed knowledge through oral traditions.



Which factor most influenced how these cultures lived?

(1 point)

A. Trade with Europeans

B. Availability of natural resources

C. Written laws

D. Size of the population

Answer 1

B. Availability of natural resources — the passage says cultures adapted to local environments, used available resources, and some were nomadic to follow food sources.