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1.1. What were the major patterns of Native American life in North America before Europeans arrived?

Native American societies were individual groups before Europeans arrived; however, five Iroquois peoples did unite and formed a Great League of Peace. Identify the most likely reasons the five nations of the Iroquois united under one confederacy.

Correct Answer(s)
- Coordinate diplomatic relations between members of the league
- Combine their fighting forces to defeat other Native groups in the area

Incorrect Answer(s)
- To more effectively isolate and quarantine themselves from European diseases
- To form an alliance against European invasion

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Native American societies in North America before European arrival were diverse, with the Iroquois Confederacy uniting for diplomatic, defensive, and strategic purposes.

Explanation:

Before European arrival in North America, Native American societies exhibited diverse patterns of life. The Iroquois Confederacy, comprised of five Iroquois nations, united for several reasons:

To coordinate diplomatic relations within the league.
To form an alliance against European invasion.
To combine their fighting forces to defeat other Native groups in the area.

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