How did the introduction of maize (corn) cultivation from Mexico affect societies in the present-day United States?
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Correct answer: It encouraged a shift from nomadic lifestyles to permanent, settled villages
The spread of maize supported larger, more stable populations. As food surpluses grew, societies became more complex, leading to specialized labor, social stratification, and the development of large urban centers like Cahokia.
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