Zinn discusses some differences in cultural values and practices between the Europeans and Native Americans. One difference is the attitudes towards hospitality. According to Zinn “Columbus and his sailors came ashore, carrying swords, speaking oddly, the Arawaks ran to greet them, brought them food, water, gifts. At the first encounter the Arawaks saw the Europeans as friendly humans with different attributes such as clothing, weapons the color of skin, and language. The European’s saw the Arawaks as barbaric humans that were below the civilized norm, causing them to be cautious and prepare to attack and defend, instead of extending out a friendly hand. Another difference is the belief of sharing. According to Zinn, “These Arawak’s of the
