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Expansion and Reform — Test

Question 18 • US History Studies Since 1877

One of the main problems with the Indian reservation system was that government agents

Answer
A
did not understand the power structure of Indigenous people tribes.
B
gave land to settlers who removed Indigenous people.
C
dealt dishonestly with Indigenous people families.
D
took land from settlers to give to Indigenous people.

Explanation

Government agents were often responsible for delivering supplies and carrying out agreements with Indigenous people on reservations. Many acted dishonestly, withholding or misusing supplies and funds meant for Indigenous families. Therefore, the main problem described is that agents dealt dishonestly with Indigenous people’s families.

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