Jason Byrd
Evolution of Government Policy

QUESTIONS

1. Why were Indian cultures scripted and fabricated even though the Europeans had so much contact with them?
2. Why was North America different in regards to discovery and conquest for the Spaniards?
3. Are there any similarities between the traditional Indian judicial system and colonial and modern judicial systems? What are the differences?
4. What effect did John Marshall have on Indian affairs? Andrew Jackson?
5. Does anyone agree with Felix Cohen that the Indians were for the most part satisfied with the treaties and given a fair deal?
6. Are there any parallels between the expansion of the colonies and modern globalization?
7. How did the Dawes Act reflect American/modern society?
8. What was the most damaging aspect of the termination era for the Indians?
9. How do you perceive the Indians' current political position?
10. Why was the judicial branch so important to the Indians?
11. How have Indian cultures been able to survive all the assimilation programs?

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