Significance Of The Frontier Thesis
Which of the following best describes the significance of Frederick Jackson Turner's frontier thesis?
A
It asserted that westward expansion contradicted the principles of individualistic democracy.
B
It condemned westward expansion for its mistreatment of Native Americans.
C
It argued that the closing of the frontier would prompt Americans to seek new opportunities for expansion.
D
It argued that westward expansion would ultimately weaken the United States.
E
It posited that the expansion prevalent during this period was unique to that specific generation.