The policy most favored by white westerners during the early 1800s was to
A. preserve disappearing Indian traditions and culture.
B. assimilate Indian tribes into white society.
C. spread the Christian faith among the tribes.
D. protect Indians from attacks by white settlers.
E. acquire the land occupied by Indian tribes and move the Indians west.
Answer: E
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