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Wars in the Pacific Northwest

Question 5 • WA-Washington State History (HS)

Which best explains why the Nez Perce fought White settlers after the Walla Walla treaty

Answer
A
Settlers attempted to expand the size of the Nez Perce reservation.
B
Settlers illegally entered and damaged Nez Perce lands.
C
Settlers chose to ignore the Nez Perce.
D
Settlers abandoned Nez Perce reservations.

Explanation

After the Walla Walla treaty, settlers moved onto Nez Perce lands and disrupted the tribe’s way of life. This encroachment and damage to their homeland led to conflict, so the best answer is “Settlers illegally entered and damaged Nez Perce lands.”

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