Asked by Anonymous

Use the quote to answer the question:

"The natives are too happy to share…… for a copper kettle and a few toys, as beads and hatchets, they will sell you a whole Country…."

Which European power was able to purchase a valuable island with "a few toys"?


The British ***
The Dutch
The Spanish
The French

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Answered by Ms. Sue
No.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manhattan#History
Answered by Anonymous
The Dutch ??
Answered by Ms. Sue
Yes. The Dutch bought Manhattan from the natives and settled there.

Answered by Anonymous
Ok, Thank You so much!!!!
Answered by Ms. Sue
You are very welcome.
Answered by Cute Tomboy
Ms.Sue are you even a real teacher? I see you often like a homeschool student is?
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