Why did Catholic missionaries have more success at converting Native Americans than earlier missionaries? Select all that apply.

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Responses

Catholic missionaries were effective doctors who healed many Native Americans.
Catholic missionaries were effective doctors who healed many Native Americans.

Catholic missionaries were more accepting of Native American culture.
Catholic missionaries were more accepting of Native American culture.

Catholic missionaries supported European settlers.
Catholic missionaries supported European settlers.

Native Americans were drawn to the ceremonies of Catholic Mass.
Native Americans were drawn to the ceremonies of Catholic Mass.

Native Americans were taught farming skills by Catholics.

Answer 1

The following responses would be applicable regarding why Catholic missionaries had more success at converting Native Americans compared to earlier missionaries:

• Catholic missionaries were more accepting of Native American culture.
• Native Americans were drawn to the ceremonies of Catholic Mass.
• Native Americans were taught farming skills by Catholics.

These factors contributed to the greater success of Catholic missionaries in their efforts to convert Native Americans. The acceptance of local cultures, the appeal of the rituals and ceremonies, and the practical assistance in farming helped build trust and establish connections with Native communities.