The Nez Perce War and Chief Joseph’s Surrender
  • 1. What year did the Nez Perce War begin?
A) 1885
B) 1877
C) 1865
D) 1890
  • 2. Who was the leader of the Nez Perce during the war?
A) Chief Joseph
B) Sitting Bull
C) Geronimo
D) Red Cloud
  • 3. How many miles did the Nez Perce travel during their retreat?
A) 800 miles
B) 500 miles
C) 2,000 miles
D) 1,170 miles
  • 4. What type of warfare did the Nez Perce primarily use?
A) Siege warfare
B) Naval tactics
C) Conventional warfare
D) Guerrilla tactics
  • 5. What was the name of Chief Joseph's band?
A) Wallowa band
B) Lakota band
C) Hunkpapa band
D) Oglala 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) "This is not the end."
D) "We are not afraid."
  • 7. What was the public reaction to Chief Joseph after his surrender?
A) Disdain and anger from citizens
B) Indifference from the government
C) Outrage against all Native Americans
D) Sympathy and admiration from many
  • 8. When did Chief Joseph surrender?
A) August 15, 1877
B) November 1, 1877
C) October 5, 1877
D) September 30, 1877
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