Which of the following best describes Cherokee efforts before removal?
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Correct answer: They adopted a written constitution, ran a newspaper, and used courts to defend their rights
The Cherokee Nation used political, legal, and cultural strategies to defend its sovereignty. These efforts included a written constitution, the Cherokee Phoenix newspaper, and appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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