Why did Seneca women reject some of Handsome Lake's proposals for revitalizing his tribe?
A) Because he accused many women of witchcraft.
B) Because they feared it would lead more of their husbands to loss of land and to alcoholism.
C) Because the white customs he wanted to adopt would mean a radical shift in gender roles and a loss of women's political influence and control of farming.
D) Because he wanted all the Seneca people to convert to Catholicism and embrace civilization.
E) Because his entire program for revitalization was based on a dream he had.

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Handsome Lake's proposals for adopting white customs would have led to a significant change in the Seneca society's gender roles, diminishing women's political influence and control over farming, which was a central aspect of their culture and economy.

Why Did Seneca Women Reject Some of Handsome Lake's Proposals