Question
The Supreme Court deemed the Cherokee an independent nation. Why were the Cherokee forced onto the Trail of Tears? (5 points)
a
They wanted to get the better land offered to them in the West.
b
A few leaders signed a removal treaty with the U.S. government.
c
Their land was purchased by the State of Georgia for a small sum.
d
They decided to leave anyway to avoid further fights with white settlers.
a
They wanted to get the better land offered to them in the West.
b
A few leaders signed a removal treaty with the U.S. government.
c
Their land was purchased by the State of Georgia for a small sum.
d
They decided to leave anyway to avoid further fights with white settlers.