Native American History Quiz

What was the Indian Head Test Pattern used for on American TVs after its broadcast in 1939?

• It was a test pattern for color calibration.

• It was used to test the tone at 440 hertz.

• It was a signal to indicate the end of the broadcast day.

• It was a test pattern used for tuning instruments.

What was the significance of the feast that Massasoit, chief of the Wampanoags, was invited to after a recent land deal in 1621?

• It was a celebration of the land deal as a form of eternal friendship.

• It was the first Thanksgiving meal.

• It was a celebration of Massasoit's birthday.

• It was a feast to mark the beginning of a war.

What happened to Metacomet's body after he was killed?

• It was buried with full honors.

• It was beheaded and dismembered.

• It was preserved for historical purposes.

• It was cremated in a traditional ceremony.

What was the first novel ever written by a Native person and the first novel written in California?

• The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murrieta

• The Call of the Wild

• The Grapes of Wrath

• The Red Badge of Courage

What did the rangers do with Joaquin's head and hand after killing him?

• They buried them with honors.

• They kept them as trophies without showing them to the public.

• They took them on a tour throughout California, charging for the show.

• They sent them to Joaquin's family as a warning.

According to the Cheyenne story, what did the sister remember to use against the rolling head?

• She remembered to use fire.

• She remembered where rocks used to be piled in a difficult way.

• She remembered a special chant.

• She remembered to call for the help of the spirits.

What is the main point the author is making about the representation of Native Americans?

• Native Americans are well-represented in modern media.

• Native Americans are accurately portrayed in historical texts.

• Native Americans have been defined by others and continue to be misrepresented.

• Native Americans are honored on currency and in sports mascots.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of Native American representation in the text?

• On the buffalo nickel.

• In a textbook image.

• On a five thousand dollar bill.

• In the movie with Kevin Costner.

What was the Indian Relocation Act a part of?

• The Indian Termination Policy

• The Indian Assimilation Program

• The Indian Urbanization Project

• The Indian Integration Initiative

According to the text, why did many people come to the cities?

• To escape the reservation

• To find better education

• To enjoy city life

• To reconnect with their heritage