Indigenous People on a Closing Frontier

Question 1

How did Geronimo react following Crook’s attempt to return the Apache to a reservation in Arizona?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Geronimo turned back and stayed in Mexico.

Question 2

Reread the passages and identify at least three key words that Geronimo uses to describe the conduct of the US Army.Why do you think he used those terms?Describe your answer in at least three sentences.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Geronimo uses words such as 'treacherous,' 'unjust,' and 'malice' to describe the conduct of the US Army toward his people. He likely chose these specific terms to emphasize that the government and military broke their promises and acted without honor or provocation. By using this strong language, Geronimo highlights the betrayal he felt and justifies his own actions as a necessary defense against a cruel and dishonest enemy.

Question 3

Did your answer include the following ideas?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Three words used by Geronimo; Words that describe the conduct of the army; An explanation of why Geronimo likely chose the terms you identified

Question 4

Based on the passage you just read, why did the Apache distrust the US Army? Select the correct answer.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The army treacherously attacked the Apache at a peace conference.

Question 5

Why did the Apache choose that response to the Army’s request for a meeting in 1883? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Apache leaders remembered the treachery at Apache Pass.; Geronimo believed he had previously been unjustly imprisoned by the Army.; The Apache would rather die fighting than die in prison.

Question 6

Why do you think Geronimo reacted as he did? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He felt Crook had wronged him in the past.; He distrusted the US Army and their motives.; He feared the troops had planned treachery against the Apache.

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