The So-Called Frontier Thesis Is Problematic Because,among Other Things,it

question 50

Multiple Choice

The so-called frontier thesis is problematic because,among other things,it:

• A)argued that the frontier was an insignificant force for American history.
• B)exaggerated the homogenizing effect of the frontier environment and virtually ignored the role of women.
• C)suggested the frontier could endure limitless expansion.
• D)claimed Indians did more to shape the frontier than white settlers did.
• E)said the American frontier experience was identical to the experiences endured by all developed nations.

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