Acculturation

Many native tribes have a tough decision with either acculturation or cultural revitalization. One of the tribes that chose acculturation is the Choctaw tribe. The Choctaw tribe were the first tribes to be moved to Oklahoma in 1830 on the Trail of Tears. Once in Oklahoma, the Choctaw quickly adapted to white culture with the help of missionaries. They accepted a new religion and code of morals, a new educational system, adopted the constitution and legal …

…I think going the acculturation path is a smart path because you are learning from other people and you can teach other people your customs. I think the more knowledge you learn the stronger you are. But I also believe that traditions are very important because traditions were passed on from generation to generation. Overall acculturation is something that can improve you as a person or break you away from the person you once were.