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”We took away their best lands; broke treaties, promises; tossed them the most nearly worthless scraps of a continent that had once been wholly theirs. But we did not liquidate their spirit. The vital spark which kept them alive was hardy."

--John Collier, 1938

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Based on the quote, what conclusion can best be reached about John Collier?

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He would encourage Native American leaders to trust American politicians completely.


He would not support the U.S. government compensating Native Americans for past unfair treatment.


He would encourage Native Americans to forcibly take back their traditional lands.


He believes the Native Americans’ drive to live fairly in the United States has not been totally destroyed.

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He believes the Native Americans’ drive to live fairly in the United States has not been totally destroyed.

Explanation: Collier acknowledges the injustices done (“took away their best lands; broke treaties”) but says “we did not liquidate their spirit” and their “vital spark…was hardy,” indicating he sees their resilience and continued desire for fair treatment.