In the Minds of Most Americans of European Descent in the Early

question 4

Multiple Choice

In the minds of most Americans of European descent in the early nineteenth century, the West:

• A) Was an uninhabitable wilderness
• B) Represented a place where they could own land and achieve economic independence
• C) Consisted of a hodge-podge of cultures that could never be assimilated into the nation
• D) Was a peaceful and idyllic area

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Definitions:

Prosocial Behavior

Actions intended to benefit others, such as helping, sharing, or donating, driven by empathy and moral principles.

Displaying Wealth

Showing off one's financial assets or luxurious possessions to others as a mark of social status.

Ostracism

The exclusion or rejection of an individual from a social or professional group.

Silent Treatment

A form of psychological manipulation or punishment where communication is withheld from the target as a means of expressing disapproval or to induce feelings of insignificance.