The best way to verify the passage from the letter would be to find evidence to corroborate the letter. This involves looking for additional historical documents or accounts that support or provide context to Columbus's descriptions and observations about the inhabitants he encountered. This approach helps to assess the accuracy and perspective of the claims made in the letter.
Read the passage from a letter by Christopher Columbus.
The inhabitants . . . are well made, but because they are timid and full of terror. . . . But when they see that they are safe, and all fear is banished, they are very guileless and honest, and very liberal of all they have.
–Letter to Gabriel Sanchez, Christopher Columbus
Which action is the best way to verify the passage from the letter?
Read the rest of the letter.
Examine if the letter is relevant.
Find evidence to corroborate the letter.
Determine if the letter is a primary source.
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