European and Native American Interactions (1491-1607)

Very Hard Period 1: 1491–1607 Interactions Between Europeans And Native Americans

In the early encounters between European explorers and Native American societies from 1491 to 1607, the nature of their interactions often varied significantly depending on the European power involved. One prime example of this divergence is found in the different approaches taken by the Spanish, French, and English toward Native American populations.

Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the nature of European-native relations during this period?

The Spanish sought to assimilate Native Americans through forced labor systems such as encomienda, while the English mostly avoided direct contact.

The French primarily engaged in trade with Native Americans, forming alliances and respecting their territorial claims in the areas they explored.

The English established a series of military conquests to dominate Native American territories, resulting in the systematic removal of Indigenous populations.

All European powers uniformly viewed Native Americans as inferior and sought to forcefully convert them to Christianity through missionary efforts.

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