Question

which of the following statements best investigates why the spanish and portuguese were able to influence indigenous communities in latin america? (1 point)
indigenous communities did not have unique cultural identities and were easily influenced by the arrival of europeans.
the arrival of new crops and people from afro - eurasia slowly replaced indigenous culture.
the destruction caused by widespread disease allowed europeans to more effectively change weakened indigenous culture.
spanish and portuguese missionaries were able to convert indigenous peoples to christianity and force them to abandon their cultures.

Explanation:

Indigenous cultures had unique identities, so the first option is incorrect. While new crops and people had an impact, it doesn't fully explain the influence. Disease - weakened Indigenous communities made them more vulnerable to cultural change. Missionaries played a significant role in religious conversion and cultural suppression. The most comprehensive reason among these for the Spanish and Portuguese influence is the destruction by disease which facilitated cultural change.

Answer:

The destruction caused by widespread disease allowed Europeans to more effectively change weakened Indigenous culture.