Asked by Rachel Salamante on May 10, 2024

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How did westward expansion in the Northwest Territory change the Shawnee's relations with Americans?

A) They were encouraged to establish peaceful relations with the settlers.
B) The Shawnee were forced to move further west.
C) They began to accept the idea of private land ownership.
D) Shawnee leaders advocated the concept of adaptation.

Northwest Territory

A historic region of the United States that encompassed the area northwest of the Ohio River, established as a territory in 1787 and played a key role in westward expansion.

Shawnee

A Native American tribe historically located in the northeastern United States, known for their rich cultural heritage and resistance to displacement by European settlers.

  • Identify the difficulties and repercussions of early American growth on the relationships with Native Americans.
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Zybrea KnightMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Westward expansion in the Northwest Territory led to increased pressure on the Shawnee and other Native American tribes, often resulting in their forced relocation further west as settlers encroached on their lands.