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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the 1960's, what made the American people realize that there were still a large number of American Indians in the United States?
(a) It was on the Internet.
(b) More movies about Indians were made.
(c) Indian protests.
(d) Many Indians moved to the city.

2. Why do some Americans object to the term "Native Americans"?
(a) The word "native" bears a negative connotation.
(b) They believe anyone born in the United States is a native American.
(c) Some people object to everything.
(d) The title "American Indian" is politically correct.

3. During WWII, why did many Indians move to the west?
(a) To join the Peace Corp.
(b) To hide on reservations.
(c) To work in various war industries.
(d) To fight.

4. How were the Indians arrested at the 1968 protest punished?
(a) Sentenced to life in prison.
(b) Forced to apologize.
(c) Moved to Canada.
(d) Tried and acquitted.

5. In Chapter 2, what brought even more attention to the American Indians?
(a) Equal Rights Movement.
(b) Civil Rights Movement.
(c) Memorial Day.
(d) Columbus Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter 1 says that the first great protest was held on what border?

2. A major development during the 1970's and 1980's was ___________________.

3. Name one reason mentioned in Chapter 4 that tribal religions hold a place sacred.

4. According to Deloria, when did many traditionally religious people begin to embrace the Indian religion?

5. Why were the Gallup Indians upset with the town?

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