Which group was especially affected by federal efforts to assimilate Native Americans before and during the interwar years?
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Correct answer: Native American communities
Native American communities faced federal policies aimed at assimilation, including boarding schools and land allotment policies. These efforts sought to weaken tribal cultures, languages, and sovereignty.
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