Cherokee Journey and Indian Removal

Cherokee Journey and Indian Removal

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Geography

8th - 9th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the Indian Removal Act of 1830, which led to the forced relocation of Native Americans, particularly the Cherokee, to the west. By 1838, many Cherokees were still in the east and were forcibly moved in groups. The journey was arduous, with many traveling on foot and facing theft and harsh conditions. Thousands died due to starvation, exhaustion, and weather, and families were often forced to leave deceased loved ones unburied.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of the Indian Removal Act passed in 1830?

To protect Native American lands

To establish new trade routes

To negotiate treaties for westward relocation

To provide education for Native Americans

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By 1838, how many Cherokees were still in the east before being forced to move?

25,000

20,000

15,000

10,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary mode of transportation for the Cherokee during their 800-mile journey?

By horseback

By foot

By railroad

By steamboat

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the Cherokees unable to bring with them due to being forced out of their homes?

Food and water

Blankets, shoes, and clothes

Weapons and tools

Books and personal items

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who took advantage of the Cherokees during their journey by stealing their money?

Foreign traders

Government officials

Local farmers

Other Native American tribes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 1838, what happened to the Cherokees who refused to move west?

They were imprisoned

They were kept in concentration camps

They were allowed to stay

They were relocated to another state

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main causes of death for the Cherokees during their journey?

Starvation and exhaustion

Animal attacks

Drowning

Disease outbreaks

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Cherokees have to do when family members died during the journey?

Leave them behind and continue

Stop and bury them

Perform a quick ceremony

Seek help from nearby towns