Describe the Little Ice Age. What geographic areas were affected, and what consequences did the Little Ice Age have

on them? What will be an ideal response?


The Little Ice Age was a short-term cooling event in the 1500s through 1800s in Europe,
Iceland, and North America.
The cooler temperatures shortened growing seasons, leading to food shortages and famines.
Navigation was more hazardous because of sea ice.

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