1 About 200 years ago the Cherokee Indians were one tribe, or "Indian Nation" that lived in the southeast part of what is now the United States. During the 1830's and 1840's, the period covered by the Indian Removal Act, (1) many Cherokees were moved west to a territory that is now the State of Oklahoma. A number remained in the southeast and gathered in North Carolina where they purchased land and continued to live. (2) Others went into the Appalachian Mountains to escape being moved west and many of their descendants may still live there now.
Which sentence provides the BEST conclusion that can be supported by the evidence provided in paragraph 1?
Responses
A Cherokee Indians have a long history of tradition and customs that are very important to them.Cherokee Indians have a long history of tradition and customs that are very important to them.
B Through a systematic process known as the Indian Removal Act, the Cherokees over a period of time were scattered to different regions of the United States.Through a systematic process known as the Indian Removal Act, the Cherokees over a period of time were scattered to different regions of the United States.
C The Cherokee Indians preferred to stay in the East, but many liked Oklahoma enough to move there.The Cherokee Indians preferred to stay in the East, but many liked Oklahoma enough to move there.
D For over 200 years Cherokees have been moving because they are a restless people and prefer to be spread out in different regions rather than concentrated.For over 200 years Cherokees have been moving because they are a restless people and prefer to be spread out in different regions rather than concentrated.