Indian Removal Act flashcard

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About __________________ Cherokee died on the Trail of Tears.

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4000

Answer explanation

About 4,000 Cherokee died on the Trail of Tears due to harsh conditions, disease, and starvation during their forced relocation. This tragic event highlights the severe impact of U.S. policies on Native American populations.

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Trail of Tears

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The Cherokee were forced to march 800 miles to the Indian Territory.

Answer explanation

The correct answer highlights the forced march of the Cherokee, known as the Trail of Tears, where they were compelled to travel 800 miles to the Indian Territory, suffering great hardship along the way.

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President Jackson ignored Chief Justice John Marshall's decision about the Cherokee.

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True

Answer explanation

True. President Jackson did ignore Chief Justice John Marshall's ruling in favor of the Cherokee, leading to their forced removal known as the Trail of Tears.

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The route on which the Cherokees walked on from Georgia to Oklahoma. It was a treacherous journey on which many of them died.

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Trail of Tears

Answer explanation

The correct answer is the 'Trail of Tears,' which refers to the forced relocation of the Cherokees from Georgia to Oklahoma. This journey was marked by suffering and high mortality rates among the Cherokee people.