All of the Following Are True of the Americas Soon

question 66

Multiple Choice

All of the following are true of the Americas soon after the Spanish arrived EXCEPT:

• A) The population of Taínos and Caribs all but disappeared.
• B) As many Europeans died from American diseases as Americans from European diseases.
• C) Smallpox epidemics ravaged the Native peoples.
• D) African slaves were imported to supplement the labor force.

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Definitions:

Preoperational Reasoning

Piaget’s second stage of cognitive development, between about ages 2 and 6, characterized by advances in symbolic thought, but thought is not yet logical.

Piaget

A reference to Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development and cognitive theory.

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual abilities, including thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding complex concepts.

Fine Motor Skills

The ability to use small muscle groups for detailed movements, such as writing or buttoning.