The requirement in the late 19^th and early 20^th centuries that Native American children attend US Indian board schools is an example of a cultural contract that intended to help these children survive in dominant white culture, but simultaneously

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The requirement of Native American children attending US Indian board schools intended to assimilate them into dominant white culture, which excluded the practices of tribal identities from their education. This undermined the teaching of tribal languages, histories, and traditions, which were essential for the preservation of cultural heritage and identity. This worsened the dialectical tension of static and dynamic for Indian cultures in the US, as they struggled to maintain their cultural roots while adapting to the dominant culture. Therefore, all of the above options are correct.

The Requirement in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries

The Requirement in the Late 19^th and Early 20^th Centuries