Cherokee Nation History and Rights

The Cherokee Nation originally lived in Georgia but faced land loss through treaties. In 1828, Georgia passed laws stripping Cherokee rights, prompting leader Ross to seek support in Congress. Despite some backing, President Jackson supported Georgia, leading to the Indian Removal Act. Ross challenged this legally, but the court ruled Cherokees as domestic dependent nations, unable to sue as foreign nations.

What was the initial location of the Cherokee Nation before the arrival of settlers?

• Alabama

• Georgia

• Mississippi

• Florida

What action did the Georgia government take in 1828 concerning the Cherokee?

• Stripped them of their rights

• Recognized their sovereignty

• Granted them more land

• Signed a peace treaty

Who was the leader of the Cherokee delegation during the conflict with Georgia?

• Andrew Jackson

• John Ross

• Henry Clay

• Daniel Webster

Which U.S. President was against the Native Americans during this period?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Quincy Adams

• Andrew Jackson

Which of the following individuals supported the Cherokee in Congress?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Henry Clay

• James Monroe

What did the Indian Removal Act authorize?

• The sale of Cherokee lands

• The abolition of all Indian treaties

• The exchange of lands west of the Mississippi for Indian lands

• The establishment of reservations

What legal action did Ross take against the federal government?

• Sought an injunction against Georgia

• Requested military intervention

• Filed a lawsuit for land rights

• Petitioned for statehood

How did the court classify the Cherokee Nation?

• As a foreign nation

• As a federal territory

• As a domestic dependent nation

• As a sovereign state

Why couldn't the Cherokee sue as a foreign nation?

• They had no legal representation

• They were recognized as a state

• They lacked a constitution

• They had a strong central government

What was the court's conclusion regarding the Cherokee's ability to sue?

• Their case was dismissed without hearing

• They were granted full legal rights

• They could not sue due to being domestic dependent nations

• They could sue as a foreign nation