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The War of 1812

Question 3 • HOPE Scholars- History Grade 8

Why was there tension between the US and indigenous peoples in the Northwest Territory in the early 1800s?Check any of the boxes that apply.

Answer
A
Settlers were moving into the Northwest Territory.
B
Settlers were allowing indigenous peoples to keep their lands peacefully.
C
Indigenous peoples were sometimes attacking settlers in the Northwest Territory.
D
Indigenous peoples were sometimes joining forces with the British in hopes of keeping their land.

Explanation

Settlers moving into the Northwest Territory threatened Indigenous peoples’ lands, creating conflict. Indigenous groups sometimes fought settlers and allied with the British, hoping to resist U.S. expansion and protect their territory. Choice B does not apply because settlers were not simply allowing Indigenous peoples to keep their lands peacefully.

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