Question

which of the following represents the potential for native - american political aspirations?
a that native americans are less than 3% of the population, widely dispersed throughout the united states geographically, and are highly diverse in their cultures may make it difficult to achieve their political aspirations.
b because many whites feel a deep affinity toward native americans culture and traditions, native americans have been particularly effective forging alliances with white elected officials.
c the land wealth held by native americans make them a formidable political force in the western areas of the united states and will propel them to achieve political representation.
d native americans are sometimes referred to as a \sleeping giant\ in that their relatively large and young population has not yet come taken full advantage of their political potential, but is expected to within the next ten to fifteen years.

Explanation:

Option A describes challenges rather than potential. Option B doesn't directly show political potential. Option C over - emphasizes land wealth as a sole factor. Option D highlights the untapped political potential of a relatively large and young Native - American population, which represents potential for political aspirations.

Answer:

D. Native Americans' are sometimes referred to as a "sleeping giant" in that their relatively large and young population has not yet come taken full advantage of their political potential, but is expected to within the next ten to fifteen years.