Question

In the 1800s, the federal policy of assimilation encouraged American Indians to give up getting an education. to maintain traditional customs. to practice traditional religions. to practice Christianity.

Answer 1

c to practice traditional religions.

Answer 2

Letter C is the correct answer.

Canada and the United States created assimilation policies for their native people since they believed converting them to Christianity was the best way for them to assimilate their culture, language, and social customs effectively. For both countries, the Bible was the primary instrument for assimilation.