Nez Perce National Historic Trail Quiz

What is the Nez Perce National Historic Trail known for?

• A trail for trading spices

• A historic route used by the Nimiipuu people

• A path for modern-day travelers

• A modern highway

Who were the first white men to interact with the Nez Perce?

• French missionaries

• Spanish explorers

• British traders

• Lewis and Clark

What event led to the Nez Perce's flight in 1877?

• A severe drought

• A natural disaster

• A treaty agreement

• Discovery of gold on their land

What was the main reason for the Nez Perce's flight?

• To trade with other tribes

• To find new hunting grounds

• To escape forced relocation

• To explore new territories

What was the significance of the Lolo Trail for the Nez Perce?

• It was a trade route for spices

• It was a well-known hunter's trail

• It was a shortcut to Canada

• It was a path to the ocean

What happened at the Battle of Big Hole?

• The Nez Perce made peace with the settlers

• The Nez Perce captured a fort

• The Nez Perce were surprised and suffered heavy losses

• The Nez Perce won a decisive victory

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Why did the Nez Perce enter Yellowstone National Park?

• To escape the pursuing army

• To meet with other tribes

• To settle permanently

• To find gold

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How did the Nez Perce manage to evade the army during their flight?

• By using secret tunnels

• By traveling at night

• By taking difficult and unexpected routes

• By disguising themselves as settlers

What was the outcome of the final battle at Bear Paw Mountains?

• The Nez Perce were captured and sent to California

• The Nez Perce made a treaty with the army

• Chief Joseph surrendered to protect his people

• The Nez Perce won and continued to Canada

What did the Nez Perce hope to achieve by reaching Canada?

• To trade with the British

• To start a new settlement

• To seek refuge and freedom

• To find gold

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