Oklahoma Indian Territory PT.2

What was the main goal of the Union Army's 'Indian Expedition' in 1862?

• To find gold

• To establish a new government

• To explore new lands

• To take control of Indian Territory

Who was in command of the Indian Expedition?

• John Ross

• Stand Watie

• General Blunt

• Colonel William Weer

Which Cherokee chief was taken into protective custody by the Union Army?

• John Ross

• Granville Craig

• Samuel Houston Mayes

• Stand Watie

What significant action did the group under John Ross take?

• They joined the Union Army

• They officially abolished slavery for the Cherokee Nation

• They moved to Kansas

• They elected a new chief

Which battle in 1863 resulted in a Union victory?

• The Battle of Fort Smith

• The Battle of Fort Gibson

• The Battle of Perryville

• The Battle of Honey Springs

Who continued raids on Union supporters until June 1865?

• Stand Watie

• General Blunt

• General Cooper

• John Ross

Approximately what percentage of the population in Indian Territory died during the Civil War?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

What was the name of the county seat for Cherokee County?

• Tahlequah

• Grove

• Miami

• Vinita

When was Oklahoma officially admitted into the Union?

• 1921

• 1888

• 1865

• 1907