In our modern day society, when people hear that someone is moving into a new area, or house, they automatically think it is harder for the person who is moving in. Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure it is extremely difficult leaving your life behind and in a way starting a new one. However, in my opinion, I feel that some people don’t realize that it is also very hard for the people who are welcoming the newcomers, they have to make important choices that will not only influence their life, but also the life of the newcomer.
When Columbus encounters the Native Americans, I think it was a harder and more complicated situation for the Natives. If we look at it from the perspective of the Natives, here come men in big ships with fancy clothes and more advanced weapons, they were faced with two very crucial choices. Should we treat this person with respect as if he were a messenger of God? Or should we have a defensive mindset and be cautious of him because he has better weapons? Due to their religion, they chose the first choice and praised Christopher Columbus. This critical choice the Native Americans faced affected their future greatly.
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