Native American History and Events

The video covers the history of Native American treaties, their violations, and the resulting conflicts, including the Battle of Little Big Horn and the Wounded Knee Massacre. It discusses the struggles of the Nez Perce and Apache tribes, highlighting key figures like Chief Joseph and Geronimo. The Dawes Act's impact on Native American land and culture is also explored, along with efforts to assimilate Native Americans through boarding schools.

What was the primary reason for the violation of the 1867 treaties with Native Americans?

• The need for more military bases

• The construction of railroads

• A desire to expand agricultural lands

• The discovery of precious metals on Native American lands

Who were the leaders of the two Sioux tribes that left the reservation in 1875?

• Black Elk and Mangus

• Geronimo and Cochise

• Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse

• Chief Joseph and Red Cloud

What was General Custer's motivation for engaging the Native Americans at Little Big Horn?

• To secure a peace treaty

• To protect settlers

• To find new land for settlement

• To gain personal glory

What was the outcome of the Battle of Little Big Horn for Custer's forces?

• They were completely defeated

• They secured a victory

• They captured Sitting Bull

• They retreated successfully

What was Chief Joseph's famous quote upon surrendering?

• We shall overcome

• I will fight no more forever

• This land is our land

• Peace at last

Who was the last Native American leader to surrender to the U.S. forces?

• Geronimo

• Sitting Bull

• Chief Joseph

• Crazy Horse

What was the significance of the Wounded Knee Massacre?

• It marked the end of the Indian Wars

• It led to the signing of a new treaty

• It resulted in the expansion of reservations

• It was a major victory for Native Americans

What was the purpose of the Dawes Act?

• To promote Native American cultural practices

• To establish new reservations

• To provide military protection for Native Americans

• To assimilate Native Americans into American society

What was one of the main goals of the boarding schools for Native American children?

• To provide them with military training

• To assimilate them into white culture

• To prepare them for leadership roles in their tribes

• To teach them traditional Native American crafts

Who was Jim Thorpe, and what was his significance?

• A U.S. general who fought in the Indian Wars

• A Native American athlete who excelled in multiple sports

• A politician who advocated for Native American rights

• A Native American chief who led a resistance