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Assessment Questions 7.17
1. What is the shared staple mentioned in the diets of both Native Americans and Pacific Islanders?
Answer:
The sweet potato.
2. What genetic evidence supports the possibility of contact between Native Americans and Polynesians?
Answer:
Genetic studies have revealed a genetic signature of South American Native People in Polynesians on several Pacific islands.
3. How does the passage describe the navigational skills of Polynesians and Native Americans?
Answer:
The passage mentions the remarkable navigational skills of both Polynesians and Native Americans, as evidenced by their ability to make long journeys across open oceans.