Impact of Westward Expansion on Native American Communities

What impact did the westward expansion have on the Native American communities?

• Displacement, loss of land, and conflict with settlers

• Increase in economic opportunities

• Integration into mainstream society

• Peaceful coexistence with settlers

How did the westward expansion affect the traditional way of life for Native American tribes?

• Displacement, loss of resources, and conflicts with settlers

• Increase in tribal resources

• Peaceful coexistence with settlers

• Integration into mainstream society

What were some of the challenges faced by Native American communities during the westward expansion?

• Expansion of tribal territories, increased political power, cultural assimilation

• Loss of land, forced relocation, conflict with settlers, and loss of traditional ways of life

• Preservation of traditional ways of life, minimal impact on land ownership, no conflict with settlers

• Integration into mainstream society, economic prosperity, peaceful coexistence with settlers

What were the consequences of the westward expansion on the Native American population?

• Displacement, loss of resources, and exposure to diseases

• Improved access to healthcare

• Integration into mainstream society

• Increase in political power

How did the westward expansion lead to conflicts between Native American tribes and the United States government?

• Native American tribes willingly sold their land to the government.

• The government sought to acquire Native American land for settlement and resources.

• The government provided support and protection to Native American tribes.

• The westward expansion had no impact on Native American tribes.

What were some of the treaties and agreements made between the United States government and Native American tribes during the westward expansion?

• Treaties for military alliances and support

• Treaties and agreements for land acquisition and reservations

• Treaties for financial compensation and reparations

• Agreements for cultural assimilation and integration

How did the westward expansion contribute to the loss of Native American lands and resources?

• Integration into mainstream society

• Collaboration and peaceful coexistence

• Respect for Native American sovereignty

• Displacement through treaties, military force, and encroachment by settlers

What efforts have been made to address the negative impact of the westward expansion on Native American communities?

• Military attacks and forced relocation

• Enslavement and exploitation for labor

• Forced assimilation into white culture

• Establishment of reservations, passage of laws to protect Native American rights, and implementation of programs for cultural preservation and economic development