solved Begin by reading the section entitled “Indian Removal†in Section
Begin by reading the section entitled “Indian Removal†in Section 10.4 of your textbook (within the chapter on Jacksonian Democracy).  Then watch the film for this week on the “Trail of Tearsâ€.  Finally, review the background information and sources related to Indian Removal in the document pack (posted under the forum).
Initial PostÂ
In the United States, the policy of Indian removal is viewed as an unjust action taken by the American government, but there was debate over the policy at the time. Â For the forum, respond to the following question: Â What were the three best arguments against the Indian Removal policy? Â How did the United States government justify the policy? Why did many native Americans choose to go along with the policy? Â
In your initial post you should:Â
1) take a clear position regarding the three best arguments against Indian removal;Â
2) use at least two documents to explain and support these arguments;Â
3) describe two arguments supporting Indian removal advanced by President Jackson, and explain why these arguments are invalid;Â
4) discuss two reasons that native Americans went along with the policy of Indian removal based on sources from Elias Boudinot and Winfield Scott. Your post should be at least 250 words long.
This discussion shows special attention to reconstructing and refuting the arguments in favor of Indian Removal policy from document B and does a good job of doing that. Can you also address the arguments against Indian removal policy from Documents A and C?Â
The textbook is a free open educational resource (OER). Links to the individual chapters can be found in the Learning Modules. The textbook can be linked here: OpenStax, U.S. History. OpenStax CNX. Jun 25, 2019Â
Response to Colleagues
You should respond to the posts of two colleagues. (Note: These will become visible only after you have made your initial post).Â
In each response to a colleague, you shouldÂ
1) discuss one point in their argument that you found persuasive – explaining the reason why;Â
2) discuss one point that your colleague might improve or think about – explaining your reasoning. Â