Question

The intention of the Dawes Act of 1887 was to:

A. force immigrants to learn English
B. assimilate Native Americans
C. allow women to vote

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

The Dawes General Allotment (Severalty) Act was an attempt to assimilate Indians into white culture. Under the Dawes Act, Indian tribes lost legal standing, and tribal lands were divided among the individual members.