How did the descriptions of and the interactions between colonizers and indigenous peoples (Moryson, Smith and others) in the Early Modern Era affect the development of cartography?

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Based on your reading of at least five or more readings from the course, including at least two of Moryson, Haies, The Virginia Charter (1606), or Smith, write a 7-9 page (12 point, double-spaced) essay answering any one of the below questions:
1. How did the descriptions of and the interactions between colonizers and indigenous peoples (Moryson, Smith and others) in the Early Modern Era affect the development of cartography?

2. How did the motives behind cartographical works lead to exaggeration and distortion in the maps? How did they convey ownership and facilitate the seizure of land?

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