Question

When Europeans first arrived in North America, why did they cause significant changes among American Indian societies? A. Ideas are never shared when people move from place to place. B. A large movement of people always leads to changes in communities. C. People always adopt new ideas while completely discarding old ones. D. Communities typically remain isolated from one another with minimal communication.

Answer 1

The best answer to the question is B. A large movement of people always leads to changes in communities.

This choice reflects the reality that the arrival of Europeans in North America introduced new technologies, cultures, and ways of life, which had significant impacts on American Indian societies. The interaction between the two groups led to shifts in social structures, economies, and lifestyles over time.