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Case Study: American Indian Movement (AIM)

Question 2 • CA-Ethnic Studies

How did the Wounded Knee occupation advance rights for Indigenous people?

Answer
A
It led to Congress returning millions of acres of land to tribal members.
B
It led to Congress passing legislation reversing its policy of tribal termination.
C
It led to Congress passing legislation aimed at nullifying past treaties.
D
It led to Congress giving tribal members leadership positions in government.

Explanation

The 1973 Wounded Knee occupation brought national attention to Indigenous peoples’ demands for sovereignty and self-determination. In the years that followed, Congress passed the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975, which moved away from the earlier policy of terminating tribal status and shifting federal responsibilities. So the best answer is B: Congress passed legislation reversing its policy of tribal termination.

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