The Pequot War

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What were the main causes of tension between the Puritan settlers and Native Americans during the expansion into Native American lands?

The main causes of tension were the settlers' desire to dominate the land and displace the Native Americans, competition for resources and game, resistance to conversion to Christianity, and competition for alliances with other tribes.

What event triggered the outbreak of the Pequot War in 1637?

The Pequot raid on English settlements in Connecticut triggered the outbreak of the Pequot War.

Which tribes did the English ally themselves with during the Pequot War?

The English allied themselves with the Narragansetts of Rhode Island and the Mohicans of Connecticut, who were enemies of the Pequots.

What were the English settlers' motivations for building fences on Indian land?

<p>The English settlers built fences on Indian land to mark their territory and to prevent the Native Americans from accessing the resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the English settlers try to convert the Native Americans to Christianity?

<p>The English settlers attempted to convert the Native Americans to Christianity by introducing them to Christian teachings, performing baptisms, and establishing missions and churches in Native American territories.</p> Signup and view all the answers