Asked by Amber Brown on Jul 03, 2024
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What happened to the various tribes of Indians during the period 1640-1660?
A) The Apalachee gained power in the southwest.
B) The Iroquois gained power in the northeast.
C) The Pueblo gained power in New Mexico.
D) The Indians were defeated in every section of North America.
Apalachee
A Native American people historically living in the Florida Panhandle, known for their agricultural practices, involvement in the de Soto expedition, and subsequent decline following European colonization.
Iroquois
A confederation of six Native American tribes in the Northeast United States, known for their influential political system and contributions to democratic thought.
Pueblo
Refers to either the Native American people in the Southwestern United States known for their distinctive adobe dwellings or the towns themselves.
- Comprehend the importance and results of military engagements in North America from 1640 to 1660, focusing on their effects on native communities and colonial relationships.
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AC
Alexis Cardenas7 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
During the period 1640-1660, the Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee, significantly expanded its power and influence in the northeastern part of North America through the Beaver Wars. They fought against French settlers and other Native American tribes to control the fur trade.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the importance and results of military engagements in North America from 1640 to 1660, focusing on their effects on native communities and colonial relationships.