Analyze and explain the contacts between Native Americans and European settlers during the age of discovery
Many of the Indians of eastern North America lived in villages. They hunted and farmed, growing such crops as maize (corn), beans, and squash. Trading was also an important activity. The Indians learned much from one another as they exchanged goods and shared ideas and experiences. Throughout the Americas, goods were traded along routes that existed thousands of years before the Europeans arrived. Native Americans used powwows and rituals, as part of their culture, to gain support from their Gods in activities from hunting to rain. During the Age of Discovery, Native Americans’ economy was based upon trade, climate, and relationships. If hunting was good they would have good economy through trade and use of animals. It worked the same way as climate. If it rained plenty, they could grow more crops to support more people. If they were all friendly to each other they could trade together and experience these advancements in economy. The Settlers and explorers had much different ways of life. Settlers often built permanent shelters made of brick or wood. The explorers had giant camps with tents. They did share characteristics of natives like telling stories and drinking liquor. They, on the other hand, believed in o
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Approximate Pages = 6 (250 words per page double spaced)
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