-Led to Direct Conflict Between New England Settlers and the Pequot

question 29

Multiple Choice

-led to direct conflict between New England settlers and the Pequot Indians.

• A) Pequot involvement with rival French fur traders
• B) English expansion into the Connecticut Valley
• C) The introduction of fatal diseases
• D) English alliances with rival tribes

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