The growth of railroads deeply affected American Indian tribes. Why did some tribes react violently to railroads in the Indian Territory and other regions? What changes did American Indians fear?

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: As the first transcontinental railroad and other rail lines were built, tracks continually crossed tribal lands. Treaties and other agreements forced tribes to allow companies to build on their hunting grounds, causing anger and resentment when rail lines disrupted wildlife and destroyed hunting grounds. Tribes feared that their way of life would be destroyed as new settlers came to their lands, bringing new culture and traditions.