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Module 7 Short Responses – Question 1
Name three historical lenses that you could apply to gain a fuller picture of the
relationship between Natives and white settlers. Be sure to respond to this question in no
more than one sentence, using proper grammar.
To gain a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between Native Americans
and white settlers, I would utilize three historical lenses: cultural, religious, and social. A
cultural analysis would provide insight into the aspects of Native American culture that were
adopted by white settlers, such as farming techniques and sports like lacrosse. A religious lens
would allow me to examine the tension between Christianity and Native American beliefs,
and the pressure on Native Americans to convert to the white settlers' religion. Lastly, a social
lens would enable me to explore the concept of "Manifest Destiny" - a theory in 19th century
USA that asserted white, Christian citizens were chosen by God and entitled to expand their
territory. This ideology resulted in the marginalization of Native Americans and the
emergence of racial conflicts.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 2
Revise the thesis statement at the top of this page to reflect a more complex view of the
relationship between Natives and white settlers. Your revised thesis statement should be
longer than one sentence.
It is imperative to acknowledge that the conflicts between Natives and white settlers during
the early 19th century were primarily caused by land disputes, which were fueled by the
growing and developing Commonwealth of the State of Georgia in 1820. The farmers and
Georgia's increasing reliance on cotton as a cash crop necessitated the acquisition of more
land, thereby threatening the Native Indians' religion and future generations. The Natives
recognized this as a significant threat and were prepared to fight and lay down their lives to
protect their way of life.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 3
Name three historical lenses that you could use to look at the events described in the
video you just saw.
The video discussed three historical lenses to examine the events surrounding Thanksgiving:
religious, military, and cultural. To understand the Puritan influence on the holiday, I would
use the religious lens. The military lens would focus on the treaty between Pilgrims and
Wampanoag, its making, and the resulting conflicts. The cultural lens would explore the
different meanings of Thanksgiving, including its origins as a festival for Native Americans
and a celebration marking the end of a war with the Indians.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 4
Massasoit's decision to approach the Pilgrims about an alliance was contingent on what
previous event or events? (Name one or two.)
Tisquantum played a vital role in bringing about a peaceful encounter between the Pilgrims
and Massasoit. Captured and taken to England, he learned English and discovered the tragic
news of his tribe's demise due to diseases. Upon his return to America, he lived with
Massasoit and Quadequina, the leaders of the Wampanoag Confederation. Massasoit
recognized Tisquantum's unique abilities to translate and bridge the gap between the two
groups, which ultimately led to the development of common goals.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 5
Name one short-term consequence and one long-term consequence of the alliance
between the Wampanoag and the Pilgrims.
A
short-term
consequence is they banded together against a familiar foe.
A
long-term
consequence is that if a Wampanoag broke the peace, he would be sent to
Plymouth for punishment; if a colonist broke the law, he would be forwarded to the
Wampanoag. This
helped keep the Wampanoag neutral in the Pequot War of the late 1630s, in
which hundreds of natives were killed, and hundreds more were taken captive and sold into
slavery.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 7
Name four historical lenses through which you could analyze the events of the Cherokee
Removal. Specify one aspect of this event for each lens that you cite.
.
There are four different lenses through which I could analyze the events surrounding the
Cherokee Removal. The military lens would allow me to examine the strategic planning
required for the removal process itself. The political lens would give me insight into how the
Treaty of New Echota provided the legal justification for the Trail of Tears. From an
economic perspective, I would consider the financial costs of the removal for the
government, as well as the income generated by the removal of the Cherokee. Lastly, I would
explore the social dynamics between white settlers and the Cherokee, including interracial
marriage and the cultural beliefs surrounding mixed-race children.
.
Module 7 Short Responses – Question 8
Agree or disagree with the following thesis statement: "The Treaty of New Echota was
invalid, and the National Party was correct to oppose it." Cite at least three historical
facts that support your position.
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