In the late 1800s, the goal of the Federal Government’s policy toward Native American Indians was to a increase the land holdings of western tribes. b give their tribal groups authority over their own affairs. c grant them full citizenship and due process. d destroy tribal bonds and thus weaken their traditional cultural values. 62 POINTS

Consider the following invention from the american industrial era. cotton gin – a machine that removed seeds from short-staple cotton which option explains how this invention contributed to the role of the united states as an emerging world power? a. it was in high demand abroad, as many european nations had begun farming cotton. b. it led to the decline of slavery in the south, which enhanced america’s international reputation. c. it freed up many slaves to become factory workers in northern cities, which improved the economy. d. it increased production efficiency of a us cash crop that was in high demand in other nations.