Question

Why were the Native American children sent to boarding schools?
A.
To explore a different part of the United State
B.
To gain a better understanding of their heritage
C.
To learn how to be civilized

Answers

GPT-4o mini
C. To learn how to be civilized

Native American children were sent to boarding schools as part of a broader policy aimed at assimilation. The goal was to "civilize" them by teaching Western values, languages, and customs while eradicating their indigenous cultures, languages, and traditions.