Passage: Native American Tribes

Passage: Native American Tribes

Assessment

Passage

English

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Gino Paradela

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is protesting the oil pipeline?

It threatens their culture and health.

It will create jobs.

It will improve oil delivery.

It will boost the economy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which river is at risk of contamination due to the pipeline?

Missouri River

Mississippi River

Colorado River

Ohio River

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the federal judge decide regarding the pipeline construction?

Ruled against the people's petition to stop construction.

Approved the construction.

Delayed the construction indefinitely.

Ordered a review of the construction.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who reported from the Standing Rock Reservation for PBS NewsHour?

William Brangham

John Doe

Jane Smith

Emily Johnson

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action are some protestors considering to prevent the pipeline construction?

Physically blocking construction equipment.

Filing another lawsuit.

Negotiating with the oil company.

Organizing a peaceful march.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the oil company claim about the pipeline?

It is necessary for oil delivery and will create jobs.

It will destroy sacred sites.

It will contaminate drinking water.

It violates federal regulations.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups are determined to continue the fight against the pipeline?

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, environmental groups, and other Native Americans.

The federal government and local authorities.

The oil company and its workers.

International environmental organizations.