Why Did Native Americans Oppose Private Ownership of Land

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why did Native Americans oppose private ownership of land?

• A) They believed that humans are tied to the natural world around them.
• B) They privately owned neither land nor property.
• C) They did not want white Americans to venture west and make claims to tribal lands.
• D) They believed that the natural environment belonged to animals and birds, not humans.

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Definitions:

Complete Abstinence

The act of entirely refraining from using or consuming a particular substance or engaging in a specific behavior.

Controlled Drinking

A harm reduction approach that involves managing one's alcohol intake to minimize its harmful effects rather than abstaining completely.

Abstinence-Oriented Programs

Programs focused on encouraging individuals to completely refrain from using addictive substances or engaging in harmful behaviors.

Normal Drinking

The consumption of alcohol in a manner considered socially or medically acceptable, without leading to impairment or addiction.