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QuizMultiple Choice

Wars Between Indigenous Peoples and US Government

Question 6 • WV-US Studies

In 1874, how did many Sioux respond to the federal government’s order to remain on their reservation?

Answer
A
The Sioux ignored the order and left the reservation to hunt buffalo.
B
The Sioux followed the order and remained on the reservation.
C
The Sioux followed the order and flew a white flag of truce.
D
The Sioux ignored the order and set up a camp near an army post.

Explanation

Many Sioux did not obey the federal government’s order to stay on the reservation. They left to hunt buffalo, an important source of food and materials. This matches choice A; the other choices describe staying on the reservation or setting up a camp near an army post.

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