Sitting Bull and the Little Bighorn

The video explores the life of Sitting Bull, a prominent Lakota leader. Born in 1831, he was known for his resistance against U.S. government policies that aimed to relocate indigenous tribes. Sitting Bull played a key role in the Battle of the Little Bighorn, which was a significant defeat for the U.S. military. Despite his victories, he was eventually forced to surrender and spent his later years confined to a reservation. Sitting Bull's legacy as an advocate for indigenous rights remains influential.

What was the primary reason for the conflict between indigenous tribes and European settlers?

• Cultural exchange

• Religious differences

• Land ownership

• Trade agreements

What was Sitting Bull's original nickname?

• Running Deer

• Swift Fox

• Flying Eagle

• Jumping Badger

What does Sitting Bull's name translate to in the Lakota language?

• Buffalo who flies

• Buffalo who sits down

• Buffalo who runs

• Buffalo who jumps

Which U.S. President signed the Indian Removal Act?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

• George Washington

What was the Treaty of Fort Laramie supposed to recognize?

• Religious freedom

• Military alliances

• Trade routes

• Lakota land ownership

Who led the U.S. soldiers in the Battle of the Little Bighorn?

• General Sherman

• General Grant

• General Lee

• General Custer

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Little Bighorn for the U.S. military?

• A major defeat

• A strategic retreat

• A minor skirmish

• A significant victory

Where did Sitting Bull move his tribe after the Battle of the Little Bighorn?

• Mexico

• Hawaii

• Alaska

• Canada

What show did Sitting Bull tour with later in his life?

• Barnum & Bailey Circus

• Ringling Bros. Circus

• The Great American Show

• Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show

What was a significant challenge Sitting Bull faced during his tour with Buffalo Bill?

• Language barriers

• Mistreatment and racism

• Health problems

• Financial issues