Question

what does this quote suggest about john chivingtons opinion of indigenous peoples? check all that apply. chivington believed that force was necessary to end the conflicts with indigenous peoples. chivington believed that better treaties could help prevent conflicts. chivington believed that indigenous peoples did not understand and would not follow treaties. it simply is not possible for indians to obey or even understand any treaty. i am fully satisfied, gentlemen, that to kill them is the only way we will ever have peace and quiet in colorado. - col. john m. chivington, 1864

Explanation:

The quote states that Indians cannot obey or understand treaties and that killing them is the only way to have peace. This implies a belief in the necessity of force and a view that Indigenous peoples do not understand or follow treaties. There is no indication of a belief in better - treaties preventing conflicts.

Answer:

• Chivington believed that force was necessary to end the conflicts with Indigenous peoples.
• Chivington believed that Indigenous peoples did not understand and would not follow treaties.