Nez Perce National Historic Trail

What is the Nez Perce National Historic Trail?

• A trail that connects Oregon, Idaho, and Montana

• A trail that connects Washington, Oregon, and Idaho

• A trail that connects Montana, Wyoming, and South Dakota

• A trail that connects Idaho, Montana, and Washington

What is the significance of the Nez Perce National Historic Trail?

• It is a trail of sadness and loss of homeland

• It is a trail of hope and peace

• It is a trail of epic battles and victories

• It is a trail of trade and hunting

What is the landscape like along the Nez Perce National Historic Trail?

• Deep canyons, fertile valleys, and high plains

• Mountains, forests, and rivers

• Plateau country, volcanic rock, and meadows

• Canyons, plains, and rocky mountains

What did the Nez Perce people use the trail for?

• To visit friends and relatives, trade, and hunt buffalo

• To explore new territories and establish settlements

• To escape from their enemies and find a new homeland

• To connect with other Native American tribes

What happened in 1877 that changed the Nez Perce National Historic Trail?

• The Nez Perce made a heroic yet futile flight seeking freedom

• The Nez Perce signed a treaty with the U.S. government

• The Nez Perce were forced to move to a reservation

• The Nez Perce engaged in battles with the U.S. Army

What was the outcome of the Nez Perce conflict?

• The Nez Perce were captured and sent into exile

• The Nez Perce successfully defended their homeland

• The Nez Perce formed alliances with other tribes

• The Nez Perce were granted their own reservation

Where were the Nez Perce survivors taken after the conflict?

• Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas and Indian Territory, Oklahoma

• Yellowstone National Park and the Bitterroot Valley

• Colville Reservation in Washington State and Idaho

• Missoula, Montana and Lapwai, Idaho

How long did the Nez Perce remain in exile?

• Eight years

• One year

• Five years

• Ten years

Where are the Nez Perce descendants living today?

• On or near traditional homelands

• In urban areas and cities

• In other states and countries

• In reservations across the United States

What is the responsibility of the US Forest Service regarding the Nez Perce National Historic Trail?

• To manage and preserve the trail

• To promote tourism and development along the trail

• To enforce regulations and restrictions on the trail

• To conduct research and studies on the trail