Why was the Mississippi critical to American expansion?

a.

It would allow for the development of America’s fishing industry along the Mississippi.

b.

It would carry tourists up and down the Mississippi, which would increase the economy.

c.

It was necessary to military operations occurring in the Great Lakes.

d.

It would provide access to markets located on the East Coast.

Which statement about the tokugawa shogunate is accurate? a. it was a dynasty established after the shogun defeated kublai khan, and it limited foreign trade in order to protect japanese business interests. b. it was established when leyasu defeated rival warlords; later rulers closed japan to foreign trade to protect japanese culture from western influence. c. ieyasu started the dynasty when he defeated his rivals, brought japan together under more democratic rule, and united the japanese people by restricting foreign trade. d. ieyasu decreed this series of laws to limit trade with foreigners in order to boost local economies and create unity among his people.

In the mid-1800s, how did american indians often react to the us government signing treaties with tribal chiefs to establish reservations? many american indians did not accept the treaties and resisted relocating. many american indians fought for land taken away by the dawes act. many american indians bought land in oklahoma from white settlers. many american indians accepted the treaties and relocated voluntarily.

The county could deny african americans the right to attend white schools on the basis of