Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Northwest

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the Northwest Ordinance passed by Congress under the Articles of Confederation in 1787? 

• A) It declared that Native American languages are unique and should be encouraged. 
• B) It abolished slavery in the southern states of the United States. 
• C) It granted the federal government the authority to imprison Native Americans. 
• D) It banned Native Americans from having gambling operations. 
• E) It stated that property would not be taken from Native Americans without their consent.

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