Seminole History and Conflicts

The video explores the history of the Seminoles in Florida, from their early settlement to the conflicts with the U.S. government. It covers the impact of Andrew Jackson's presidency, the Seminole Wars, and the eventual statehood of Florida. Despite efforts to remove them, the Seminoles' resilience is highlighted, with some remaining in Florida to this day.

What name did the English give to the Creek Indians who settled in Florida?

• Sioux

• Apaches

• Seminoles

• Cherokees

Which group of people assimilated into the Seminole culture?

• Runaway slaves

• French traders

• European settlers

• Spanish soldiers

During the War of 1812, with which country did the Seminoles side?

• France

• Britain

• Spain

• Mexico

What was Andrew Jackson's policy towards American Indians?

• Granting them independence

• Relocation to the west

• Providing them with land in Florida

• Integration into American society

Who led the Seminole resistance against relocation?

• Tecumseh

• Sitting Bull

• Osceola

• Geronimo

What strategy did General Jessup use against the Seminoles?

• Multiple small battles

• Guerrilla warfare

• Naval blockades

• Large-scale battles

What was the outcome of the Second Seminole War?

• Seminoles retained some land in Florida

• Seminoles were relocated to Oklahoma

• Seminoles gained independence

• Seminoles were completely eradicated

By 1858, how many Seminoles remained in Florida?

• Less than 200

• About 500

• Over 1000

• None

What was the main reason settlers were hesitant to move to Florida after it became a state?

• Lack of resources

• High taxes

• Fear of Seminole attacks

• Poor climate

What did the Seminoles do in response to the U.S. trying to take their land in the 1850s?

• Moved to another state

• Raided settlements

• Sought help from other tribes

• Negotiated a treaty