In 1789, Congress Designated the Native Tribes as Foreign Nations

question 72

Multiple Choice

In 1789, Congress designated the native tribes as foreign nations. Which of the following was a consequence of this action?

• A) Native Americans had no civil rights under U.S. laws.
• B) The government could not sign land treaties with the Native Americans.
• C) Native Americans were deported to other countries.
• D) The government gave Native Americans the responsibility to manage external trade affairs.
• E) Native Americans started the Seven Years' War against Congress.

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