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Case Study: American Indian Movement (AIM)

Question 2 • CA-Ethnic Studies

Why did members of the American Indian Movement (AIM) organize a march across the country?

Answer
A
to bring tribal members to Alcatraz Island for an occupation
B
to raise awareness about federal policies aimed at revoking treaties
C
to respond to the federal disbanding of more than 100 tribes
D
to remember the 1890 massacre of Lakota people by the United States Army

Explanation

AIM organized the 1978 Longest Walk, a cross-country march to protest federal legislation that threatened Native American rights and could undermine treaties. The march raised awareness of policies aimed at revoking treaties, so the correct choice is “to raise awareness about federal policies aimed at revoking treaties.”

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