Question

acting commissioner, office of indian affairs. acting commissioner, office of indian affairs. washington, d.c. july 1, 1908. national archives and records administration. to see these documents in their original format: indigenous education and family separation - women & the american story (myhistory.org) 1. theresa green tried twice to remove her daughter from the school and was denied both times. how might she have felt? what other options might have been open to her and marie? 2. the superintendent writes that marie has been getting into trouble. why might marie have been acting up? 3. students could only leave the school if their contract ended, they graduated, or there was a \sufficient reason.\ theresa green’s request is not a sufficient reason. why do you think the rules were so strict and what does it say about the relationship between indigenous people and the federal government?

Explanation:

Question 1

Theresa Green likely felt frustrated, worried, or desperate as her attempts to remove her daughter were denied. Other options could include appealing to higher authorities, seeking legal help, or finding alternative educational arrangements for Marie.

Marie might have been acting up due to factors like adjusting to the school environment, personal issues, conflicts with peers or staff, or not agreeing with the school's rules/culture.

The strict rules show a paternalistic, controlling federal - Indigenous relationship. The government regulated Indigenous students' lives, limiting their (and families') autonomy, reflecting a power - imbalance where the federal government exerted authority over Indigenous education and family decisions.

Answer:

Theresa Green might have felt frustrated, worried, or desperate. Other options: appealing to higher authorities, seeking legal help, finding alternative education for Marie.

Question 2