Asked by simone byrdsong on Jul 02, 2024

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What was Jackson's solution to the "Indian problem" in Georgia?

A) He convinced Congress to issue the Indian Removal Act.
B) He agreed to allow the Cherokee to stay if they assimilated into American culture.
C) He urged peaceful negotiations.
D) He allowed the Cherokee to settle wherever they wanted.

Indian Problem

A term that historically referred to the challenge faced by European settlers and later the United States government in dealing with the indigenous populations of North America.

Indian Removal Act

A law passed in 1830 that authorized the forced relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States to areas west of the Mississippi River.

Georgia

A state in the southeastern United States known for its diverse geography, ranging from mountains to beaches, and its rich history, including its role as a Confederate state during the Civil War and as a center of the civil rights movement.

  • Comprehend the stance and directives of President Jackson on matters affecting Native Americans.
  • Describe the legal and military outcomes related to Native American removals.
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Marie Antoinette MirallesJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
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Explanation :
Jackson advocated for the Indian Removal Act, which led to the forced relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands in the Southeast to areas west of the Mississippi River, in what came to be known as the Trail of Tears.