U.S. History: Native American Policies

This video tutorial covers Unit 2 of 'The Americans', focusing on the period from 1877 to 1917. It explores the changes on the western frontier, the cultural clashes between settlers and Native Americans, and the impact of the cattle industry. The tutorial also delves into the Native American wars, the assimilation policies, and the transformation of the Great Plains. Key events such as the massacre at Sand Creek, the Treaty of Fort Laramie, and the Battle of Wounded Knee are discussed, highlighting the conflicts and challenges faced during this era.

What years does Unit 2 cover in the 'Bridge to the 20th Century'?

• 1870 to 1900

• 1800 to 1900

• 1877 to 1917

• 1900 to 1920

What was a major factor in the decline of the Plains Indians?

• The cattle industry boom

• The discovery of oil

• The gold rush in California

• The construction of the Panama Canal

How did American settlers' views on land ownership differ from those of Native Americans?

• Settlers believed in communal land use

• Native Americans believed in industrializing land

• Settlers believed in owning and improving land

• Native Americans believed in selling land

What was the Treaty of Fort Laramie?

• A treaty that defined tribal boundaries

• A treaty that ended the Civil War

• A treaty that granted land to settlers

• A treaty that established the railroad system

What event is associated with the massacre of over 150 Native American women and children?

• Wounded Knee Massacre

• Sand Creek Massacre

• Red River War

• Battle of Little Bighorn

What was the primary goal of the U.S. government's assimilation policy?

• To establish Native American reservations

• To integrate Native Americans into white culture

• To relocate Native Americans to Canada

• To preserve Native American traditions

What was the significance of the buffalo to the Plains Indians?

• They were traded for gold

• They were used for transportation

• They were a primary food source

• They were a symbol of peace

What was the Homestead Act?

• A regulation on railroad construction

• A tax on cattle ranchers

• A treaty with Native American tribes

• A law that provided free land to settlers

Who were the Exodusters?

• Native Americans who moved west

• African Americans who moved to Kansas

• Chinese immigrants who built railroads

• European settlers in California

What was a major challenge faced by settlers on the Great Plains?

• Frequent earthquakes

• Lack of water

• Hostile wildlife

• Harsh weather conditions