Which of the following statements best characterizes the effect of attempts to convert both Amerindians and Africans to Christianity during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries?
A) Africans and Amerindians were integrated into the European clergy.
B) Africans and Amerindians became ultra-orthodox, criticizing the behavior of their European missionary teachers.
C) Africans and Amerindians completely gave up their previous gods and belief systems.
D) Africans and Amerindians used Christianity to supplement their existing beliefs, not replace them.

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Africans and Amerindians often incorporated elements of Christianity into their existing spiritual beliefs and practices, rather than completely abandoning their traditional religions. This syncretism allowed them to retain a connection to their heritage while adapting to the imposed religion.

Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes the Effect of Attempts