The Battle of Little Bighorn: Custer's Last Stand

The video discusses the events leading up to and following the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876. Indigenous leaders like Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse resisted U.S. government orders, leading to a gathering of tribes at Little Bighorn. The U.S. Army, led by George Custer, planned an ambush but underestimated the number of indigenous fighters. Custer's decision to attack without reinforcements resulted in his defeat, known as Custer's Last Stand. The battle was a significant victory for the indigenous tribes but led to harsher U.S. government policies against them.

What was the primary reason Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse gathered their tribesmen at Little Bighorn River?

• To resist the U.S. Army's orders

• To seek new land for settlement

• To negotiate with the U.S. government

• To celebrate a tribal festival

Who led the 7th Cavalry in the ambush plan against the indigenous camp at Little Bighorn?

• Lieutenant Grant

• Colonel Sanders

• Commander George Custer

• General Sherman

Why did Custer decide to attack the indigenous camp immediately?

• He feared the indigenous people would escape

• He wanted to avoid being spotted by the indigenous people

• He wanted to claim all the glory for himself

• He received orders from the President

What was a significant factor in the defeat of Custer and his 7th Cavalry?

• Lack of ammunition

• Underestimating the number of indigenous fighters

• Poor weather conditions

• Inadequate training

How is Custer often portrayed in historical accounts of the Battle of Little Bighorn?

• As a wise and strategic leader

• As a tragic but grand figure

• As a peaceful negotiator

• As a ruthless conqueror

What was the U.S. government's response to the indigenous victory at Little Bighorn?

• They granted more land to the indigenous tribes

• They sought peace treaties with the tribes

• They increased military presence in the area

• They passed measures to limit indigenous power

What future event was influenced by the U.S. government's actions after the Battle of Little Bighorn?

• The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad

• The establishment of Yellowstone National Park

• The Wounded Knee Massacre

• The signing of the Treaty of Fort Laramie