Use the quote to answer the question:
"The natives are too happy to share…… for a copper kettle and a few toys, as beads and hatchets, they will sell you a whole Country…."
Which European power was able to purchase a valuable island with "a few toys"?
The British ***
The Dutch
The Spanish
The French
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The Dutch ??
Ms.Sue are you even a real teacher? I see you often like a homeschool student is?
No.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manhattan#History
Yes. The Dutch bought Manhattan from the natives and settled there.
Ok, Thank You so much!!!!
You are very welcome.
To answer the question, we need to understand the context of the quote. The quote suggests that the European power mentioned was able to obtain a valuable island in exchange for simple items like toys, beads, and hatchets.
In this case, the British were known for their involvement in trade and colonization during the Age of Exploration. They developed a reputation for acquiring land and resources from native populations through trade.
Therefore, based on the information provided, the answer is: The British.