Question

Which of the following had the most negative effect on Oklahoma during the period of exploration: Spanish, French,

or Americans? How could each of these have created a more positive impact on the area? Explain your answer.


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Answer 1

The Spanish had the most negative impact on Oklahoma. Each of them could have had a positive impact on the area by avoiding exploitation of the aboriginals and disseminating knowledge about art, religion, culture, and technological advancements among the original inhabitants of the area.

Explanation:

• The Spanish carried out violent and derogatory expeditions of the area in search of gold and silver and devastated many settlements.
• They employed conquistadors to forcefully get information about the gold and silver reserves in the area.
• The cleared lands to carry out the search for gold and silver deposits in the area.
• The French, the Americans, and the Spanish could have built good ties with the aboriginals and could have achieved the development of the region.