Which sentence best describes how the process of westward expansion affected American political culture?

Question

A. the need for labor led to the abolition of slavery and increased respect for personal liberty.
B. the concept of expansion led to an accepting culture, and also inspired involvement in international politics.
C. the culture of settlers led to a respect for self-reliance, but also led to discrimination against Native Americans.
D. the addition of new states led to a respect for states' rights, but also led to a decrease in the power of the urban majority

Answer 1

C. the culture of settlers led to a respect for self-reliance, but also led to discrimination against Native Americans.

This option captures the dual impact of westward expansion on American political culture, highlighting both the values embraced by settlers and the resulting negative consequences for Native American populations.