In the early nineteenth century, Native Americans survived clashes with the U.S. Army, but were forcibly removed to reservations. This is an example of
A) genocide.
B) assimilation.
C) pluralism.
D) population transfer.

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The forced removal of Native Americans to reservations exemplifies population transfer, which refers to the movement of entire populations from one place to another, often against their will. This action led to the displacement and confinement of Native Americans to specific areas, limiting their ability to maintain their traditional lifestyles and cultures. While there are arguments that this action could also be classified as genocide, as it resulted in the deaths of many Native Americans, population transfer more accurately describes the action taken by the U.S. government.

In the Early Nineteenth Century, Native Americans Survived Clashes with the U.S