Which evidence provides the best evidence to support the conclusion that spanish exploration and settlement had a devastating effect 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. b) the food supply for hernando de soto's expedition was so scarce that his men reportedly ate the dogs in some indian villages. c) the spanish began importing african slaves to work in the fields and mines of the caribbean islands. d) the spanish captured fort caroline and executed the french settlers there in 1565.

A during the two centuries following the discovery of the new world, over 90% of the native population were killed by disease and warfare

a punishment or the threat of punishment used to enforce conformity. enforcement of norms or shared rules of conduct that tell people how to act in specific situations. social control. not everyone internalizes all of society's norms, and some people must be motivated by self-fulfillment.

abolish

do away with

unanimous

in complete agreement

secede

separate; break free

inauguration

starting a new position with a formal ceremony.

cooperationist

people who wanted the north to cooperate with the south

surrender

to give up

volunteer

perform a service for free

draft

involuntary service in military

retreat

withdraw; move away from enemy

advisor

expert who gives advice

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