John Ross and the Cherokee

Front

John ross was the principal chief of the _________.

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Cherokee

Front

What cultures did John Ross practice?

Back

Cherokee and European traditions

Front

Where did the Cherokee relocate to when they were forced to leave Georgia?

Back

Oklahoma

Front

Which President signed the Indian Removal Act?

Back

Andrew Jackson

Front

Which event matches these facts?

• - Cherokee were forced off their land in Georgia and out the Southeast
• - Moved to reservation in Oklahoma
• - Many Cherokee died during this time

Back

Trail of Tears

Front

Who does this describe?
*Chief of Cherokee Indians
*Fought for Cherokees rights
*Spoke in front of the Supreme Court on Behalf of the Cherokee Indians during the Worcester v. Georgia court case

Back

John Ross

Front

What was the reason for the passing of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?

Back

To make room for white settlers

Front

How did the Cherokee of Georgia initially resist against the Indian Removal Act?

Back

Through legal action

Front

Who led the majority of Cherokee resistors in their opposition to relocation?

Back

John Ross