Question

Which of the following had the most negative impact on native populations of the Americas as a

result of the Columbian Exchange?

O the forced adoption of European languages
O European diseases such as smallpox
O the building of schools and churches on native land
O the introduction of horses and cattle

Answer 1

The answer is B.) European diseases such as smallpox
European diseases were detrimental to the native populations because native Americans were not used to these diseases.