Question

which of the following describe how most native peoples were impacted by european colonization? (choose 4 answers) * 1 point
many native people died from european diseases.
native groups got much stronger.
native people were forced to change and adopt european culture.
native groups lived longer lives due to new medicines.
native groups were conquered and they lost their lands.
native people were forced into slavery or servitude.
native groups made new friends.

Explanation:

• Many native people died from European diseases: Europeans brought diseases like smallpox, to which Native Americans had no immunity.
• Native people were forced to change and adopt European culture: Colonizers imposed their languages, religions (e.g., Christianity), and social norms.
• Native groups were conquered and they lost their lands: Through wars and treaties (often unfair), Native Americans were dispossessed of their territories.
• Native people were forced into slavery or servitude: In some colonies, Native Americans were enslaved for labor, especially in early colonization efforts.

Answer:

• Many native people died from European diseases.
• Native people were forced to change and adopt European culture.
• Native groups were conquered and they lost their lands.
• Native people were forced into slavery or servitude.