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The ambitious spirits of his brother chieftain Sassacus, had ever aspired to dominion over the allied tribes - and immediately after the appearance of the English, the same temper was manifest in a jealousy of their encroachments. He employed all his art and influence and authority, to unite the tribes for the extirpation of the dangerous invaders. Mononotto, on the contrary, averse to all hostility, and foreseeing no danger from them, was the advocate of a hospitable reception, and pacific conduct. What does "extirpation" mean ?
Correct answer: C. Extermination
- A. Execution
- B. Going to extremes
- C. Extermination
- D. Expatriating
Explanation
Extirpation means the complete destruction or removal of something, so Sassacus wanted the invading English eliminated. Execution refers to putting someone to death, while expatriating means sending someone out of a country.
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