The Seminole Wars 1818-1858

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When did the Seminole Wars take place?

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1817-1858

Front

Explain why the Seminoles are known as the 'Unconquered People.'

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Because they were never defeated by the U.S. military

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What was the impact of the Indian Removal on the Creek tribe as shown in the map?

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The Creek tribe lost their land and were forced to relocate.

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The Adams-Onis Treaty of 1819 accomplished which of the following?
Options:
It ceded Florida to the United States.
It established the Oregon Trail.
It ended the War of 1812.
It created the state of Texas.

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It ceded Florida to the United States.

Front

In exchange for what did the United States receive Florida according to the Adams-Onis Treaty of 1819?

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$5 million dollars

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Why did the US Congress originally turn down Florida's state constitution?

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It allowed slavery, which was a contentious issue.

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Why were the white slave owners infuriated?

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Because of a rebellion.

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How did the Blacks resist?

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Through peaceful protests, By forming alliances, By using legal challenges

Front

How many runaways died as a result of the artillery attack on the fort?

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0

Front

According to the passage 'The Situation Escalated', who began retaliating by raiding into Georgia?

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The Spanish