Who led the attack during the Sand Creek Massacre?
Why were the Plains tribes’ reservations located in such remote areas?
Which Indian agency oversaw the reservations of the Potawatomi, Shawnee, and Kickapoo?
Which of the following was not a reason why the Kansas tribes were moved to the Indian Territory?
Describe the quality of American Indian reservations and the rations and annuities provided. Did the US government meet its promises regarding rations and annuities?
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The US government provided American Indians with rations of bacon, beef, flour, coffee, sugar, soap, and soda. These food items were consistent with the Plains Indians’ diets. Annuities that were provided included blankets, clothing, needles, tin cups, and small axes. Many American Indians were dissatisfied with the reservations because of the restrictions on their freedom and the loss of their traditions. Also, the government did not provide the American Indians with enough food supplies to feed everyone, and many tribal members ended up leaving the reservations.
Which of the following best illustrates the arguments that Chief Ten Bears made when he spoke against reservations at the Medicine Lodge Council?
Which of the following statements about the Medicine Lodge Council treaty is true?
Which of the following positions was not part of an Indian agency’s staff?
How were reservations supposed to “Americanize” the Plains tribes?
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Reservations forced the Plains tribes to renounce their old ways. The tribes were restricted from hunting, required to attend school, and made to convert to Christianity.
Where did the US government relocate the Kiowa and Comanche tribes?
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