Question

read the quotation from the declaration of independence. \the king has excited domestic insurrections amongst us, and has endeavored to bring on the inhabitants of our frontiers, the merciless indian savages, whose known rule of warfare, is an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.\ based on the quotation, which best describes how white male colonists felt about indigenous peoples? white male colonists were fearful and mistrusting of indigenous cultures. white male colonists were sad and resigned toward indigenous tribes. white male colonists were optimistic about their relationships with indigenous tribes white male colonists were empathetic and understanding of indigenous cultures.

Explanation:

The quotation labels Indigenous peoples as "merciless Indian Savages" and claims their warfare targets all ages/sexes, which reflects fear and distrust. The other options (sad/resigned, optimistic, empathetic) contradict the hostile, negative language used.

Answer:

White male colonists were fearful and mistrusting of Indigenous cultures.