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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Settling the West

Question 14 • DRHS GA-GSE US History A

How did the Supreme Court rule in Worcester v. Georgia?

Answer
A
in favor of the state of Georgia, and for the removal of Indigenous people
B
in favor of the federal government, and for the removal of Indigenous people
C
in favor of the Cherokee, and against the removal of Indigenous people

Explanation

The Supreme Court ruled that Georgia could not impose its laws within Cherokee territory and that relations with the Cherokee belonged to the federal government. The decision therefore favored the Cherokee and opposed Georgia’s efforts to remove them. Choice C is correct.

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