Among the options provided, several can be considered causes of clashes between early European settlers and Native Americans. However, a common factor that significantly contributed to these conflicts was:
Europeans wanted the Native Americans to convert to European religions.
Religious differences and the push for conversion often led to tensions, as Europeans sought to impose their beliefs on Native American societies. Additionally, conflicts over resources, land disputes, and differing worldviews about land ownership and usage also played crucial roles in these clashes.
While the other statements may reflect some sentiments of the time, the religious conversion aspect is a clear and prominent cause of conflict.