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In the late 1800's the United States government took a new approach

Answer 1

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In 1887, after several years of debate and controversy, Congress passed the General Allotment Act, or “Dawes Act,” and President Cleveland signed it into law. The goal of the policy was to break down tribal relationships and hasten Native assimilation into mainstream society.

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Answer 2

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According to www.nationalgeographic.com, "In the mid-19th century, the U.S. government pursued a policy known as "allotment and assimilation."