In 1776, What Did Political Philosopher Adam Smith Observe About

question 10

Multiple Choice

In 1776, what did political philosopher Adam Smith observe about the "discovery" of the Americas?

• A) The European colonization of the Americas changed the course of history.
• B) The idea of slavery in the New World originated with the Native Americans.
• C) In reference to the Americas, the term "discovery" is misleading and should not be used.
• D) Christopher Columbus's role in settling the New World was insignificant.
• E) Native Americans had benefited tremendously from European encounters.

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