Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce

What does Chief Joseph's name mean in the Nimiipuu language?

• Eagle soaring in the sky

• Brave warrior of the valley

• Thunder rolling down the mountain

• River flowing through the land

What was Chief Joseph's primary goal during the Nez Perce War?

• To form an alliance with the U.S. Army

• To conquer new territories

• To lead his people to safety in Canada

• To negotiate a peace treaty

How far did Chief Joseph and his people travel during their retreat?

• 500 miles

• 800 miles

• 1,400 miles

• 2,000 miles

After surrendering, where were Chief Joseph and his people first relocated?

• Montana

• Texas

• California

• Kansas

In what year did Chief Joseph meet with the President of the United States?

• 1904

• 1879

• 1885

• 1877