Question

multiple choice 1 point
why were natives in the indiana territory suspicious of the new american republic?
they knew that american officials would keep their word
they thought american culture was the main problem
americans were not concerned about the natives at all, which meant they would not trade with them
americans had not kept their word in the past and had taken land from natives already

Explanation:

Native Americans in the Indiana Territory were suspicious of the new American republic because of past experiences. American officials had a history of not keeping their promises and taking Native American land. This led to distrust. Option 1 is incorrect as it contradicts the history of broken promises. Option 2 is not the main reason for suspicion regarding the republic. Option 3 is also incorrect as trade was not the main issue here; the land - taking and broken promises were.

Answer:

Americans had not kept their word in the past and had taken land from natives already.