Impact of Westward Expansion on Native Americans

Dr. Bird discusses the impact of the United States westward expansion on Native Americans, highlighting four phases: relocation, repossession, reform, and revenge. The lesson covers the Indian Removal Act, the systematic slaughter of buffalo, land repossession through treaties, assimilation efforts via the Dawes Act and boarding schools, and key battles like the Battle of Little Bighorn and Wounded Knee. The video concludes with a reflection on the historical injustices faced by Native Americans and encourages further research.

What was the main focus of the lesson introduced by Dr. Bird?

• The impact of westward expansion on Native Americans

• The benefits of westward expansion for settlers

• The role of technology in westward expansion

• The economic growth during westward expansion

Which act initiated the forced relocation of Native Americans in the 1830s?

• The Homestead Act

• The Treaty of Fort Laramie

• The Dawes Act

• The Indian Removal Act

What was a significant consequence of the buffalo slaughter for Native Americans?

• Access to new hunting grounds

• Improved relations with settlers

• Forced relocation to reservations

• Increased trade opportunities

What did the Treaty of Fort Laramie promise to Native Americans?

• Permanent land ownership in the Dakota Territory

• Access to education and healthcare

• Equal rights under U.S. law

• Military protection from settlers

What was the primary goal of the Dawes Act of 1887?

• To assimilate Native Americans into white society

• To preserve Native American culture

• To establish new reservations

• To provide financial aid to Native Americans

What was the purpose of Indian Boarding Schools?

• To assimilate Native Americans into white culture

• To provide vocational training

• To teach Native Americans about their heritage

• To offer higher education opportunities

What was the outcome of the Battle of Little Bighorn?

• A decisive victory for the United States

• A significant victory for Native Americans

• A peaceful treaty agreement

• An unresolved conflict

What event led to the massacre at Wounded Knee?

• The signing of the Dawes Act

• The passing of the Homestead Act

• The discovery of gold in Dakota

• The defeat of Custer at Little Bighorn

What was a common sentiment among Native Americans during westward expansion?

• Satisfaction with government policies

• Excitement for technological advancements

• Concern over cultural loss

• Optimism about new opportunities

What is a key takeaway from the lesson on westward expansion?

• The United States has fully compensated Native Americans

• The expansion was a peaceful process

• The expansion was beneficial for all parties involved

• The expansion had lasting negative impacts on Native Americans