Question

5.5.2 test (cst): post civil war america
question 10 of 20
as \friends of the indian,\ what did many in the office of indian affairs want most?
a. to force white christian culture on the native americans
b. to give native americans the right to vote
c. to learn native american languages
d. to build schools

Explanation:

The "friends of the Indian" movement in the Office of Indian Affairs was often driven by a desire to assimilate Native Americans into white Christian culture. This was a common approach during that era, seen as a way to "civilize" Native Americans. Giving the right to vote (B) was not a main focus of this group in the context of assimilation efforts. Learning Native American languages (C) was not the primary goal. Building schools (D) could be part of assimilation efforts (often teaching white Christian values), but the overarching aim was cultural imposition.

Answer:

A. To force white Christian culture on the Native Americans