Nez Perce Conflict and History

What was the name the Nez Perce people used to call themselves?

• Nee-Me-Poo

• Nez Perce

• Grizzly Bear People

• Salmon River People

What happened to the Nez Perce people in 1877?

• They found gold on their land.

• They were forced to leave their homeland.

• They signed a new treaty that gave them more land.

• They made friends with new settlers.

What happened to the size of the Nez Perce reservation after gold was discovered on their land?

• It stayed the same size.

• It grew much larger.

• It was reduced to one-tenth of its original size.

• It was given back to the settlers.

What event started the fighting between the Nez Perce and the US Army?

• The Nez Perce attacked a settler village.

• General Howard's troops attacked the Nez Perce at White Bird Canyon.

• The Nez Perce refused to trade with fur trappers.

• Settlers discovered gold on the reservation.

What was the main reason Chief Joseph said his people were fighting?

• To get more horses.

• To protect their land where their fathers were buried.

• To find new hunting grounds.

• To join other tribes.

Where were Chief Redheart's band taken after being captured at Weippe Prairie?

• To Montana.

• To Fort Vancouver, Washington.

• To Idaho.

• To Canada.

What kind of trail was the Lolo Trail?

• A new road built by the army.

• A well-known hunter's trail.

• A flat path through a valley.

• A short trail used for trading.

What happened to many Nez Perce people at the Battle of Big Hole?

• They successfully defended their camp.

• They captured many soldiers.

• Many, including women and children, were killed.

• They made a peace treaty with the army.

How long were the Nez Perce people on the move before they were attacked?

• About one month

• Over four months

• Six days

• Eight years

Why did Chief Looking Glass slow down the pace of the journey?

• To wait for more supplies.

• To protect his tired people.

• To find a better path.

• To prepare for a fight.