Before the time of initial settlement by Polynesians, Easter Island had all but which of the following?

A. no permanent streams
B. several species of native terrestrial mammals
C. about 30 native plant species
D. high temperatures and humidity
E. poorly drained and marginal soils


Answer: B

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