Which of the following diseases were introduced into Europe by Christopher Columbus's sailors after their journey to the Americas in the 1490s?
A) Smallpox
B) Measles
C) Influenza
D) Syphilis

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Syphilis is widely believed to have been introduced to Europe by sailors returning with Christopher Columbus from the Americas. The other diseases mentioned (smallpox, measles, and influenza) were present in Europe before Columbus's voyages and were brought to the Americas by Europeans, where they had devastating effects on the indigenous populations due to lack of prior exposure and immunity.

Which of the Following Diseases Were Introduced into Europe by Christopher