YEP I KNOW THIS! haha i just asked my teacher about it recently.
Social Darwinism - the theory that they were closer to apes and hadn't evolved.
therefore a hierarchy was created based on colour.
white then coloured then blacks.
Romantic Theory or "Noble Savage" - they lived close with nature
their rituals and ceremonies could resemble witchcraft ie. smoking ceremonies
thought they were superstitious
didn't find/discover/recognise any religious objects like a crucifix, altar, or churches, leading to the questioning of their humanity.
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hope that helps.
ok. now someone better answer my media question.!