Colonialism in the Pacific Northwest played several significant roles, including:
- It often resulted in the takeover of Native American land by European settlers.
- It made European settlers believe that they had the right to the lands of Washington.
These responses highlight the impact of colonialism on indigenous populations and land rights in the region. The first response reflecting a positive relationship is generally not accurate, as colonialism frequently led to conflict and dispossession rather than harmonious coexistence.