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    The biggest blow to tribal life on the plains was the

    • Destruction of the buffalo
    • Invention of the six shooter
    • Reservation system
    • Growing demand for beef
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Explore key events in 19th century American history with a focus on conflicts during the Westward Expansion. This quiz covers significant topics such as the Chisholm Trail, the Ghost Dance, and the impact of the Dawes Act on Native Americans, assessing understanding of their historical significance.

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  • 2. 

    This was supposed to "Americanize" the Indians by encouraging in them the desire to own and farm property.

    • Treaty of Fort Laramie

    • The Long Drive

    • Dawes Act

    • Destruction of the buffalo

    Correct Answer
    A. Dawes Act
    Explanation
    The Dawes Act was a policy implemented by the United States government in the late 19th century with the goal of assimilating Native Americans into mainstream American society. The act aimed to achieve this by dividing tribal lands into individual allotments for Native American families, with the hope that this would encourage them to adopt a sedentary, agrarian lifestyle and become self-sufficient farmers. The act was part of a larger effort to "Americanize" Native Americans and undermine their traditional way of life.

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  • 3. 

    The boomtown was a result of events such as

    • The long drive ending in Abilene

    • Gold discovered in Colorado

    • Battles with Indians

    • The reservation system

    Correct Answer
    A. Gold discovered in Colorado
    Explanation
    The boomtown mentioned in the question refers to a town that experienced rapid economic growth and population increase. The correct answer, "gold discovered in Colorado," explains one of the events that contributed to the boomtown phenomenon. The discovery of gold in Colorado would have attracted a large number of people to the area in search of wealth and opportunities, leading to the establishment and development of a boomtown.

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  • 4. 

    This ritual was supposed to restore the the Native American way of life.

    • The Sun Dance

    • The Buffalo Dance

    • The Ghost Dance

    • The River Dance

    Correct Answer
    A. The Ghost Dance
    Explanation
    The Ghost Dance was a ritual that aimed to restore the Native American way of life. It was a religious movement that emerged in the late 19th century among various Native American tribes. The dance was believed to bring about the return of the buffalo herds, the revitalization of the Native American culture, and the removal of the white settlers from their lands. The Ghost Dance was seen as a way to resist assimilation and regain their traditional way of life.

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  • 5. 

    This colonel's bad judgment in attacking the Sioux and Cheyenne  at The Little Bighorn resulted in his death and that of the 7th Cavalry.

    • William Fetterman

    • John Chivington

    • George Custer

    • Phillip Sheridan

    Correct Answer
    A. George Custer
    Explanation
    George Custer's bad judgment in attacking the Sioux and Cheyenne at The Little Bighorn resulted in his death and that of the 7th Cavalry.

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  • 6. 

    This resulted when the peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho were attacked without warning by the US Army.  Over 150 inhabitants werw killed, mostly women and children.

    • Sand Creek Massacre

    • Battle of Wounded Knee

    • Red River War

    • Battleof the 100 slain

    Correct Answer
    A. Sand Creek Massacre
    Explanation
    The Sand Creek Massacre refers to an incident where the peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes were unexpectedly attacked by the US Army. This resulted in the death of over 150 inhabitants, with the majority being women and children.

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  • 7. 

    HWhich of the following was not central to the life and culture of the Plains Indians inthe 1800s?

    • The horse

    • The buffalo

    • The extended family

    • Land ownership

    Correct Answer
    A. Land ownership
    Explanation
    In the 1800s, land ownership was not central to the life and culture of the Plains Indians. The Plains Indians were nomadic hunter-gatherers who relied heavily on the horse and the buffalo for their survival. They lived in extended family units and had a communal approach to land, with no concept of individual ownership. Land was seen as a shared resource that was used by the entire community for hunting, gathering, and other activities. Therefore, land ownership was not a significant aspect of their culture during this time period.

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  • 8. 

    This was the major cattle route from San Antonio, Texas, through Oklahoma to Kansas.

    • Goodnight Loving

    • Chisholm

    • Western

    • Sedalia

    Correct Answer
    A. Chisholm
    Explanation
    The Chisholm Trail was the major cattle route from San Antonio, Texas, through Oklahoma to Kansas. It was named after Jesse Chisholm, a trader and guide known for establishing trading posts along the trail. The trail provided a direct path for Texas ranchers to transport their cattle to the railheads in Kansas, where they could be shipped to eastern markets. It played a significant role in the development of the American cattle industry during the late 19th century.

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  • 9. 

    All of the following are true of Sitting Bull except:

    • He was chief of the Arapaho

    • He toured with Buffalo Bill's wild West Show

    • He helped to defeat the U.S. Army at Little Bighorn

    • He encouraged the Ghost Dance movement

    Correct Answer
    A. He was chief of the Arapaho
    Explanation
    Sitting Bull was not the chief of the Arapaho tribe. He was a chief of the Lakota Sioux tribe. The other statements are true - he did tour with Buffalo Bill's wild West Show, he did help to defeat the U.S. Army at Little Bighorn, and he did encourage the Ghost Dance movement.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following helped extend the hunting area of the Native Americans while also often causing them to clash with neighboring tribes?

    • Buffalo

    • Wagon Train

    • Desire for gold

    • Horse

    Correct Answer
    A. Horse
    Explanation
    The introduction of horses significantly extended the hunting area of Native Americans. With horses, they were able to cover larger distances and hunt more efficiently. However, this also led to clashes with neighboring tribes as they competed for the same resources and hunting grounds. The increased mobility and access to new territories created tensions and conflicts between different Native American groups.

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  • 11. 

     The end of the long drive and cattle frontier was a result of all of the following except:

    • Barbed wire

    • Overgrazing

    • Bad weather

    • Stampedes

    Correct Answer
    A. Stampedes
    Explanation
    The end of the long drive and cattle frontier was not caused by stampedes. While stampedes were certainly a risk and a danger during the cattle drives, they were not the main factor that led to the end of the frontier. The introduction of barbed wire, which allowed for the fencing off of land, played a significant role in ending the open range. Overgrazing, caused by the large number of cattle on the frontier, also contributed to its demise. Additionally, bad weather, such as droughts and harsh winters, made it difficult for ranchers to sustain their operations.

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  • 12. 

    This battle resulted in the closing of the Bozeman Trail and the Treaty of Fort Laramie.

    • Fetterman's Massacre

    • Custer's Last Stand

    • Red River War

    • Wounded Knee

    Correct Answer
    A. Fetterman's Massacre
    Explanation
    Fetterman's Massacre was a significant battle that took place during the Red Cloud's War in 1866. The battle resulted in the closing of the Bozeman Trail, a crucial route for settlers and miners, due to the increased hostility of Native American tribes. The Native American victory at Fetterman's Massacre also led to negotiations and the signing of the Treaty of Fort Laramie in 1868, which aimed to bring peace between the U.S. government and the Plains Indian tribes. This treaty further restricted white settlement and protected Native American lands, marking a turning point in the relationship between the U.S. government and Native American tribes.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following words related to cowboy was not influenced by the Mexican vocabulary?

    • Buckeroo

    • Mustangs

    • Saddle

    • Rodeo

    Correct Answer
    A. Saddle
    Explanation
    The word "saddle" is not influenced by the Mexican vocabulary. It originated from the Old English word "sadol" and has been used in the English language for centuries to refer to the seat placed on a horse's back for riding. On the other hand, "buckeroo" and "mustangs" have Spanish origins, while "rodeo" is derived from the Spanish word "rodear." Therefore, "saddle" is the only word in the given options that is not influenced by Mexican vocabulary.

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