American Indian Issues - Civil War, Regionalism, and Realism

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" best summarizes the message of Satanta's speech? A. All of the land south of the Arkansas belongs to the Kiowas and the Comanches, and I don't want to give away any of it. B. I want you to understand well what I say. Write it on paper. C. I have heard that you intend to settle us on a reservation near the mountains. D. A long time ago this land belonged to our fathers; but when I go up to the river I see camps of soldiers on its banks.

A. All of the land south of the Arkansas belongs to the Kiowas and the Comanches, and I don't want to give away any of it.

Read the quote from "My Heart Is Bursting." If I had been fighting I would have done it by day and not in the dark. The tone of this sentence can best be described as conveying: A. pride. B. peace. C. sorrow. D. remorse.

A. pride.

Read the excerpt from "My Heart Is Bursting." You, the commissioners, have come from afar to listen to our grievances. My heart is glad and I shall hide nothing from you. I understood that you were coming down to see us. I moved away from those disposed for war, and I also came along to see you. How does Satanta's humble tone affect the meaning of his speech? A. It causes those who are listening to wonder what motive Satanta has for being so polite and genial. B. It assures those who are listening that Satanta is speaking with honesty and has acted in good faith. C. It reminds those who are listening that they should appreciate how far Satanta has traveled to meet with them. D. It reinforces for those who are listening that Satanta is not afraid of war should he deem it necessary.

B. It assures those who are listening that Satanta is speaking with honesty and has acted in good faith.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." We were taught to believe that the Great Spirit sees and hears everything, and that he never forgets; that hereafter he will give every man a spirit-home according to his deserts: if he has been a good man, he will have a good home; if he has been a bad man, he will have a bad home. What central idea of the speech is illustrated by this excerpt? A. Man should act cautiously because the Great Spirit is not very forgiving. B. The way a man chooses to live his life directly affects the quality of his life. C. A man will have a much more lavish home if he is good to those around him. D. Only those who are good to others will eventually receive a spirit-home.

B. The way a man chooses to live his life directly affects the quality of his life.

In "My Heart Is Bursting," which quote most contributes to the central idea that the Kiowa tribe wishes to maintain their lifestyle and traditions? A. The Kiowas and Comanches have not been fighting. We were away down south when we heard you were coming to see us. B. I love the land and the buffalo and will not part with it. I want you to understand well what I say. C. I don't want any of the medicine lodges [schools and churches] within the country. I want the children raised as I was. D. When I look upon you, I know you are all big chiefs. While you are in this country we go to sleep happy and are not afraid.

C. I don't want any of the medicine lodges [schools and churches] within the country. I want the children raised as I was.

Read the excerpt from "My Heart Is Bursting." I love to roam over the prairies. There I feel free and happy, but when we settle down we grow pale and die. Which of Satanta's central ideas do these details most contribute to? A. Settlers and American Indians must live in peace. B. United States' soldiers threaten the Kiowa tribe's way of life. C. It is vital to the Kiowa tribe that they maintain their lifestyle. D. The Kiowa tribe is going to stubbornly remain on their land.

C. It is vital to the Kiowa tribe that they maintain their lifestyle.

Chief Joseph's tone in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs" can best be described as: A. forward and blunt. B. angry and sarcastic. C. heartfelt and sincere. D. neutral and nonchalant.

C. heartfelt and sincere.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." My father was chief before me. When a young man, he was called Joseph by Mr. Spaulding, a missionary. He died a few years ago. He left a good name on earth. He advised me well for my people. Based on the idea that Chief Joseph highly values what his father has taught him, how does he most likely feel about his tribe's cultural traditions? A. He feels strongly about sharing them with others in the world. B. He feels strongly about remembering them for years to come. C. He feels strongly about revising them to be more relevant. D. He feels strongly about preserving and maintaining them.

D. He feels strongly about preserving and maintaining them.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." Some of you think an Indian is like a wild animal. This is a great mistake. I will tell you all about our people, and then you can judge whether an Indian is a man or not. Which central idea of the speech is most supported by this excerpt? A. The Nez Percé people seek to preserve their valued cultural traditions. B. The Nez Percé people hope to reduce conflict between the Indians. C. The Nez Percé people adhere strongly to human values and morals. D. The Nez Percé people want the new settlers to better understand them.

D. The Nez Percé people want the new settlers to better understand them.

Read the quotation from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." They told us to treat all men as they treated us; that we should never be the first to break a bargain; that it was a disgrace to tell a lie; that we should speak only the truth; that it was a shame for one man to take from another his wife, or [to take] his property without paying for it. What cultural view is most reflected in this quotation? A. importance of peace B. appreciation for the land C. value of tribal traditions D. respect for all other people

D. respect for all other people