Trail of Tears Historical Insights

The video explores Wes Studi's Cherokee ancestry, focusing on the Trail of Tears. It delves into Wes's emotional journey from shame to curiosity, as he learns about his ancestors' experiences. The discovery of an application for Cherokee membership reveals significant family history, including Nancy Catcher's journey during the Trail of Tears. The video maps her route and reflects on the survival and generational impact of these events.

What event does the video focus on when discussing Wes Studi's maternal ancestry?

• The American Revolution

• The Trail of Tears

• The Civil War

• The Gold Rush

At what age did Wes Studi first learn about the Trail of Tears?

• 18 years old

• 13-14 years old

• 10 years old

• 21 years old

What emotion did Wes Studi initially feel upon learning about the Trail of Tears?

• Shame

• Indifference

• Joy

• Pride

What significant document was discovered by researchers that helped trace Wes's ancestry?

• An application for Cherokee membership

• A land deed

• A marriage license

• A birth certificate

Who was Nancy Catcher in relation to Wes Studi?

• His mother

• His sister

• His great-grandmother

• His third great-grandmother

What did Nancy Catcher claim for compensation from the U.S. government?

• A house

• Livestock and a horse

• Gold

• Land

How long was the journey that Nancy Catcher took during the Trail of Tears?

• 700 miles

• 300 miles

• 500 miles

• 1000 miles

What season did Nancy Catcher travel during the Trail of Tears?

• Winter

• Autumn

• Summer

• Spring

What is one reason given for why stories of the Trail of Tears were not passed down?

• Lack of interest

• No written records

• Colonization and assimilation

• Language barriers

Where did Nancy Catcher eventually settle after the Trail of Tears?

• California

• Texas

• Oklahoma

• New York