Which statement best explains the conflict between state governments and Native sovereignty during the removal era?
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Correct answer: States like Georgia tried to impose their laws on Native nations that claimed self-government
States like Georgia sought control over Native lands and rejected Native sovereignty within their borders. This conflict became central to removal debates and court cases such as Worcester v. Georgia.
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