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Definition of a Native American reservation

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A designated area of land managed by a Native American tribe under federal recognition, with varying degrees of sovereignty.

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Which Indian tribe is known for their elaborate buffalo hide tents and colorful beadwork?

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Sioux

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What were the Indian Wars (18th-20th century)?

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A series of conflicts between European settlers and the United States government on one side, and various Native American tribes on the other over control of land and resources in North America.

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What significant act was passed in 1924 affecting Native Americans?

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The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 was passed, granting full U.S. citizenship to Native Americans born within the territorial limits of the United States.

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Who were the two sides in the 12-year war in New Zealand (1860-1872)?

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The British and native people.

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What is the significance of the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924?

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It granted full U.S. citizenship to Native Americans, changing their political status.

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What role did buffalo play in the lives of the Sioux tribe?

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Buffalo were a primary source of food, clothing, and shelter for the Sioux, integral to their culture and economy.

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What is tribal sovereignty?

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The right of Native American tribes to govern themselves and make their own laws within their reservations.

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What was the impact of European settlement on Native American tribes?

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It led to loss of land, resources, and traditional ways of life, resulting in numerous conflicts.

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What were the main causes of the Indian Wars?

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Conflicts over land, resources, and the expansion of European settlers into Native American territories.