Question

According to Fred Veilleux, in "Indians Are a People, Not Mascots." what are native American mascots? A) stereotypes of Native Americans B) emblems of Native American culture C) methods for understanding Native American history D) realistic copies if Native American art

Answer 1

correct answer is A...

Answer 2

Answer: A) stereotypes of Native Americans.

Fred Veilleux states that Native Americans are often depicted as "mascots," such as in the case of the Washington Redskins, a professional football team. Such mascots are stereotypes of Native Americans, and their use diminishes the importance of the Native Americans' culture and historical legacy.