Deaths from epidemics, especially smallpox,
A)Changed the way neighboring Indian tribes interacted with each other.
B)Mostly affected the new European immigrants who had no immunity.
C)Affected primarily the Indian children.
D)Were limited due to communal healing rituals of the Indians.

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Deaths from epidemics, especially smallpox, significantly impacted Native American communities, altering social structures and interactions among tribes. European immunity to smallpox, due to previous exposure in Europe, meant that Native Americans were disproportionately affected, leading to devastating losses and changes in tribal dynamics.

Deaths from Epidemics, Especially Smallpox