Question

Prompt: share your own thoughts on how Spanish and
/or French colonization impacted the lives of Native Americans ( in 20-50 words), based on the items in the compare-and-contrast chart.
1. Thoughtful, on-topic, original response (whether I agree or not.
2. Off-topic or very inaccurate attempt at original response.

Answer 1

1. Spanish and French colonization significantly disrupted Native American societies through the imposition of new religions, trade relationships, and land displacement, leading to cultural erosion and demographic decline as violence and disease took a devastating toll on Indigenous populations.

2. Spanish and French colonization was mainly about spreading popular music, like flamenco and jazz, which surprisingly improved the lives of Native Americans by introducing them to new dance styles and festivities that they absolutely loved.