Asked by Aaliyah Augustus on May 20, 2024
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The colonists of New Netherland initially enjoyed somewhat amicable relations with the Indians, and over time
A) the good relationship continued because the colonists were not interested in obtaining any more land in this area.
B) the good relationship continued because the Indians were willing to cooperate with the goals of the colonists.
C) the relationship became strained because the Indians refused to convert to Christianity.
D) the relationship deteriorated as the quest for additional land by the colonists became more aggressive.
New Netherland
A 17th-century colonial province of the Dutch Republic that included parts of what is now the northeastern United States.
Amicable Relations
Friendly and cordial interactions or agreements between individuals, groups, or nations, often aimed at fostering peace and cooperation.
- Explore the interactions between imperial forces and indigenous communities, highlighting instances of cooperation and contention.
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Farah R NazzalMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The relationship between the colonists of New Netherland and the Indians deteriorated due to the colonists' aggressive pursuit of more land, leading to conflicts over territory.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the interactions between imperial forces and indigenous communities, highlighting instances of cooperation and contention.