Step-by-step explanation:
If Chief Joseph had adopted a tone of resentment in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs," it would have likely changed the meaning of the text to convey a negative and bitter perspective on the treatment of Native Americans by the United States government and the actions taken against them. This would have created a different image of Chief Joseph and his people, and would have possibly been less influential in raising awareness and sympathy for their plight. Instead, his tone is one of sadness and sorrow which gives more weight to his message