Question

In what ways did the cherokees become civilized? Why did they do this?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Cherokee attempted to adapt to " Western Civilization" , they were "civilized".

Explanation:

• The Cherokee people developed a system of writing and printing.
• They prepared a written constitution for the country composed of different tribes. This constitution was modeled after the US constitution.
• Cherokee women were gardeners, weavers, etc.
• The Cherokee published a newspaper and many of them learned English.
• They became civilized, so that they wouldn't be forced off their lands.Their action showed how well the Cherokee adapted to western civilization.
• Unfortunately, President Jackson evicted them from their lands their land and forced them to move to Oklahoma over what became known as the "Trail of Tears".