Native American's in Early America

What was the main aim of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934?

• To promote forced assimilation

• To encourage self-governance and restore tribal lands

• To increase economic dependency

• To abolish tribal sovereignty

What was the significance of the McGirt v. Oklahoma (2020) Supreme Court case?

• It abolished Native American land rights

• It affirmed tribal sovereignty and impacted criminal jurisdiction

• It promoted forced assimilation policies

• It reduced the size of Native American lands

What was Chief Logan known for?

• Leading his people during the conflict with American settlers.

• Supporting U.S. expansion.

• Being a Shawnee leader.

• Uniting Native American tribes in the 19th century.

What significant contribution did Sequoyah make to the Cherokee people?

• He led them on the Trail of Tears.

• He created the Cherokee syllabary.

• He was a principal chief.

• He signed a peace treaty.

What was John Ross known for during the forced removal of the Cherokee people?

• Creating a new language

• Leading a rebellion

• Resisting removal through legal and political means

• Signing a treaty with the U.S. government

In which century did Sequoyah create the Cherokee syllabary?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

How did key people's achievements and influence help their communities?

• By promoting technological advancements

• By sustaining communities despite challenges

• By increasing trade with other nations

• By developing new languages

Who passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

What was the purpose of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?

• To grant Native Americans citizenship

• To remove Native Americans from their lands

• To establish trade agreements with Native Americans

• To protect Native American lands

Which tribes were removed from the southeast and relocated to Oklahoma?

• The 5 civilized tribes

• The Sioux tribes

• The Apache tribes

• The Iroquois tribes