Which of the following statements about George Catlin is FALSE?
A) His paintings of Native Americans show a deep respect for them as people.
B) He helped to develop the image of Native Americans as ecologically-minded.
C) He used his paintings to garner support for the government's policy of relocating Native Americans to reservations.
D) His paintings and written descriptions of Native Americans were based on first-hand experience gained by living with numerous Native American peoples.

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George Catlin actually advocated for preserving Native American cultures and opposed their forced relocation. His paintings and written descriptions were based on his first-hand experiences living with various Native American peoples and he often depicted them with respect and admiration. However, he did promote the idea of creating a designated "Indian Territory" in order to protect Native American lands from encroachment by white settlers.

Which of the Following Statements About George Catlin Is FALSE