What items bought to the Americas from Europe in the Columbian Exchange changed Native Americans’ daily lives? Select the three correct answers.
The three correct answers are:
1. Horses: Horses revolutionized Native American transportation and hunting methods. They allowed them to travel faster and carry more goods, increasing their mobility and access to resources.
2. Crops and agriculture: European colonizers brought new crops such as wheat, barley, rice, and coffee to the Americas. Native Americans adopted these crops, which enriched their diet and allowed them to diversify their agricultural practices.
3. Diseases: Unfortunately, the arrival of Europeans also brought deadly diseases to which Native Americans had no immunity, such as smallpox, measles, and influenza. These diseases decimated indigenous populations and had a profound impact on their daily lives, leading to significant social and cultural changes.