The theory that a severe drought was responsible for the disappearance of the Jamestown colony and the hardships of the Virginia colony came from evidence
A)that showed corn from plants grown during that time.
B)that showed the trees completely lacked growth rings.
C)that showed Cypress trees from both colonies experienced low growth.
D)from witnesses from both colonies.
E)none of these.

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Evidence showed that Cypress trees from both colonies experienced low growth. This suggests a severe drought in the area, which could have contributed to the difficulties faced by the colonies, including the disappearance of Jamestown. The other options are not supported by the given information.

The Theory That a Severe Drought Was Responsible for the Disappearance