Explain how the settlement at Plymouth Rock impacted the Native Americans of Massachusetts and how the settlement of Jamestown impacted the Native Americans of Virginia.

Write an essay about the impact that European colonization had on Native Americans.

Be sure to discuss the different impacts colonization had on the various tribes that occupied the area now known as the eastern United States. Explain how the settlement at Plymouth Rock impacted the Native Americans of Massachusetts and how the settlement of Jamestown impacted the Native Americans of Virginia. Describe the impact that westward expansion had on Native Americans as white Americans took their lands. Explain the Trail of Tears.

Format your essay as follows:

Length: at least three (3) pages; excludes the cover page and references
APA or MLA formatting and style
Standard size paper (8.5 x 11) / portrait layout
Essay form. Bullets or numbered responses are not acceptable.
Title page
A list of works cited and sources used to support your points; must include at least two (2) academic sources. Reference to sources such as encyclopedias, textbooks, Wikipedia, atlases, dictionaries, almanacs, are not allowed.
Spacing: Double-spaced
Text Font Size: 12
Text Font Style: Times New Roman or Arial
Software: All documents must be submitted as a Microsoft Word document.
Assignments do not call for student opinions. Historical analysis should be supported by facts. Any idea a student presents must be supported by references to academic sources. Make sure that you cite the source of any ideas or words that are not your own. Review the mini-course on plagiarism accessible through the course homepage if you are unsure how to properly acknowledge the work of others.

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