Which evidence provides the BEST evidence to support the conclusion that Spanish exploration and settlement had a devastating ef

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Which evidence provides the BEST evidence to support the conclusion that Spanish exploration and settlement had a devastating ef

fect on the Mississippian chiefdoms of the Southeast?
a. During the two centuries following the discovery of the New World, over 90% of the native population were killed by disease and warfare.

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Monica [59] · Answer 1 · 2022-07-30T16:02:59+03:00

Monica [59]3 years ago

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"<span>a. During the two centuries following the discovery of the New World, over 90% of the native population were killed by disease and warfare" would be the best option but it should be noted that the 90% figure has been disputed recently.</span>

Orlov [11] · Answer 2 · 2022-07-30T17:56:41+03:00

The BEST evidence to support the conclusion that Spanish exploration and settlement had a devastating effect on the Mississippian chiefdoms of the Southeast is that during the two centuries following the discovery of the New World, over 90% of the native population were killed by disease and warfare. The other statements are true regarding the Spanish presence in the region, but answer choice A is most indicative of the "devastating" effects of Spanish colonization. So the answer is A