The chinampas
A. were agricultural plots built on swampy islands.
B. were built to maintain industrial production.
C. provided farmers with a means of growing waterfowl for export to South America.
D. were to be found only in the semi-arid areas of northern Mesoamerica.
E. were part of Inka religious culture.
Answer: A
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