Archaeologist Dr. Michael Lee argues that complex civilizations developed independently in the Americas without any influence from Old World cultures.
Which archaeological evidence would best support Lee's independent development claim?
DNA analysis shows American civilizations arose during periods with no trans-oceanic contact, and their writing, calendars, and architecture followed completely different developmental paths than Old World counterparts
Ancient Americans built pyramids
The Atlantic Ocean is very wide
Different civilizations have similar needs
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. No contact timing + divergent development paths proves independence.
💡 Strategy: Independence claims need evidence of isolation AND different developmental trajectories.