Andrew Jackson and the Trail of Tears

The video explores the controversial presidency of Andrew Jackson, focusing on his role in the Indian Removal Act and the Trail of Tears. It delves into the early history of the Cherokee, their interactions with Europeans, and the cultural shifts that ensued. The narrative covers the legal battles the Cherokee faced, the signing of the Treaty of New Echota, and the subsequent forced relocation known as the Trail of Tears. Personal accounts highlight the suffering endured during this period. The video concludes with the current status of the Cherokee Nation, emphasizing their resilience and cultural preservation.

What was one of the most controversial actions taken by Andrew Jackson during his presidency?

• The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation

• The declaration of war on Mexico

• The support for the Indian Removal Act

• The establishment of the Federal Reserve

Which European explorer first made contact with the Cherokee in 1540?

• John Cabot

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Hernando de Soto

• Christopher Columbus

What significant change occurred in Cherokee culture due to trade with British colonists?

• They adopted Christianity

• They moved to the Great Plains

• They stopped hunting and farming for survival

• They formed a military alliance with the French

What was the main reason for the passing of the Indian Removal Act in 1830?

• To establish new trade routes

• To make land available for white settlers

• To create a new state

• To protect Native American lands

Who was the Cherokee leader who sought to negotiate with the U.S. government to keep their land?

• Sequoia

• Sitting Bull

• John Ross

• Tecumseh

What was the Treaty of New Echota?

• A trade agreement with the French

• A peace treaty with the British

• A treaty that ceded Cherokee land to the U.S.

• An agreement to end the Revolutionary War

Approximately how many Cherokee died during the Trail of Tears?

• 1,000

• 4,000

• 8,000

• 12,000

What was the primary cause of death for many Cherokee during the Trail of Tears?

• Wild animal attacks

• Starvation and disease

• Conflicts with other tribes

• Drowning in rivers

How is the Cherokee Nation remembered today?

• As a warlike and aggressive tribe

• As a technologically advanced society

• As a peaceful and resilient people

• As a nomadic and isolated group

Where do most Cherokee people live today?

• New York

• Oklahoma

• Florida

• California