The Nez Perce War and Chief Joseph’s Surrender
  • 1. What year did the Nez Perce War begin?
A) 1877
B) 1865
C) 1885
D) 1890
  • 2. Who was the leader of the Nez Perce during the war?
A) Geronimo
B) Sitting Bull
C) Chief Joseph
D) Red Cloud
  • 3. How many miles did the Nez Perce travel during their retreat?
A) 800 miles
B) 1,170 miles
C) 2,000 miles
D) 500 miles
  • 4. What type of warfare did the Nez Perce primarily use?
A) Naval tactics
B) Guerrilla tactics
C) Siege warfare
D) Conventional warfare
  • 5. What was the name of Chief Joseph's band?
A) Oglala band
B) Hunkpapa band
C) Lakota band
D) Wallowa band
  • 6. What was the famous quote by Chief Joseph at the time of his surrender?
A) "We shall overcome."
B) "I will fight no more forever."
C) "We are not afraid."
D) "This is not the end."
  • 7. What was the public reaction to Chief Joseph after his surrender?
A) Disdain and anger from citizens
B) Sympathy and admiration from many
C) Outrage against all Native Americans
D) Indifference from the government
  • 8. When did Chief Joseph surrender?
A) August 15, 1877
B) October 5, 1877
C) November 1, 1877
D) September 30, 1877
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