Chief Joseph's "Lincoln Hall Speech"

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    In paragraph 4, When Chief Joseph said "Good words do not last long unless they amount to something."  He meant that words have no meaning unless some kind of action is done as well.

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Explore Chief Joseph's 'Lincoln Hall Speech' through a series of questions assessing comprehension of his message and rhetoric. This quiz emphasizes the importance of actions over words, the struggle for liberty, and offers insights into peace proposals, enhancing understanding of historical speeches.

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  • 2. 

    In paragraph 8, Chief Joseph says, "...my heart is heavy."  He is trying to say that he is very sad about the way his people are being treated.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In paragraph 8, Chief Joseph expresses that his heart is heavy, which implies that he is deeply saddened. This suggests that he is feeling a great deal of sorrow and emotional weight due to the mistreatment and suffering endured by his people. Therefore, the statement that Chief Joseph is very sad about the way his people are being treated is true.

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  • 3. 

    According to paragraph 7, what is wrong with the place his people are living now.

    • It is too crowded and not enough land to share.

    • The weather is too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer.

    • His people can not find jobs and are not making enough money.

    • His people are dying.

    Correct Answer
    A. His people are dying.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "His people are dying." According to paragraph 7, there is something wrong with the place his people are living now, and the specific issue mentioned is that his people are dying.

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  • 4. 

    Reread paragraph 5, what is Chief Joseph mainly trying to say in this part of his speech?

    • The white men and Indians will continue to fight.

    • The white men and Indians should not be treated as equals.

    • Treat all men alike, both white men and Indians.

    • There will be much trouble for the white men in the future.

    Correct Answer
    A. Treat all men alike, both white men and Indians.
    Explanation
    In paragraph 5 of his speech, Chief Joseph is primarily conveying the idea that all men, regardless of their race or ethnicity, should be treated equally. He emphasizes the importance of treating both white men and Indians alike, suggesting that fairness and equality should be extended to everyone. This statement reflects Chief Joseph's desire for harmony and justice between different groups of people.

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  • 5. 

    When Chief Joseph says in paragraph 9 , "I will obey every law or submit to the penalty."   He is saying that he will not follow the laws because his people have been mistreated.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    In paragraph 9, Chief Joseph says, "I will obey every law or submit to the penalty." This statement implies that he is willing to follow the laws and accept the consequences if he does not comply. It does not suggest that he will not follow the laws because his people have been mistreated. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 6. 

    In paragraph 4, Chief Joseph sounds hopeless, meaning he doesn't have much hope or faith.  What are 2 ideas or words that prove he is feeling hopeless

    • My heart is sick.

    • The US Government are all liars.

    • Broken promises

    • They do not pay for my horses and cattle.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. My heart is sick.
    A. Broken promises
    Explanation
    In paragraph 4, Chief Joseph expresses his hopelessness through two ideas or words. Firstly, he states "My heart is sick," indicating that he feels deeply saddened and disheartened. This phrase conveys a sense of emotional despair. Secondly, he mentions "broken promises," which implies that he has lost faith in the US Government. This shows that he no longer believes in their words or trusts their commitments. These two ideas strongly demonstrate Chief Joseph's feeling of hopelessness.

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  • 7. 

    In paragraph 6, Chief Joseph says, "You might as well expect the rivers to run backward as that any man who was born a free man should be contented when penned up and denied liberty. "  Which 2 things are being compared in this sentence?

    • River ----- run backward

    • Penned up ------ denied liberty

    • Rivers to run backward ------ free man penned up

    • Free man ------ denied liberty

    Correct Answer
    A. Rivers to run backward ------ free man penned up
    Explanation
    In this sentence, Chief Joseph is comparing the expectation of rivers running backward to the expectation of a free man being contented when penned up and denied liberty. He is using this comparison to emphasize the absurdity and impossibility of expecting someone who was born free to be satisfied with being confined and deprived of their freedom.

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  • 8. 

    In paragraph 4 Chief Joseph says that words told by the US government do not pay for anything if their is no action taken.  What 3 things does Chief Joseph say that words do not pay for?

    • They do not pay for his dead people.

    • They do not pay for his tipis that were burned to the ground.

    • They do not pay for his country land that has been overridden by white settlers.

    • They do not pay for his new reservation being built.

    • They do not pay for his lost horses and cattle.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. They do not pay for his dead people.
    A. They do not pay for his country land that has been overridden by white settlers.
    A. They do not pay for his lost horses and cattle.
    Explanation
    Chief Joseph states that words do not pay for his dead people, his country land that has been overridden by white settlers, and his lost horses and cattle.

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  • 9. 

    What solutions for peace does Chief Joseph offer in his speech?  (CHOOSE 2)

    • He believes the fighting should continue until the white men admit they are wrong.

    • He believes everyone should speak honestly and tell the truth.

    • He believes that Indians should be equal to white men.

    • He believes the government and the Indians need to become friends in order to have peace.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. He believes everyone should speak honestly and tell the truth.
    A. He believes that Indians should be equal to white men.
    Explanation
    Chief Joseph offers two solutions for peace in his speech. Firstly, he believes that everyone should speak honestly and tell the truth. By promoting honesty and truthfulness, he aims to establish a foundation of trust and understanding between different groups. Secondly, he advocates for equality, stating that Indians should be equal to white men. This suggests that he seeks to eliminate discrimination and ensure equal rights and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their race or ethnicity. These solutions emphasize the importance of open communication and equal treatment as key factors in achieving peace.

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  • 10. 

    In paragraph 9, Chief Joseph tells the US government that he wants to have freedoms that all people should be able to have.  What 6 freedoms does he think he and his people deserve.  

    • A free man

    • Free to follow his own religion

    • Free to vote

    • Free to marry anyone he wants

    • Free to trade when and where he chooses

    • Free to choose his own house

    • Free to travel where ever he wants

    • Free to choose his own teachers

    • Free to work

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. A free man
    A. Free to follow his own religion
    A. Free to trade when and where he chooses
    A. Free to travel where ever he wants
    A. Free to choose his own teachers
    A. Free to work
    Explanation
    In paragraph 9, Chief Joseph expresses his desire for the freedoms that all people should have. He believes that he and his people deserve the freedom to be a free man, to practice their own religion, to trade whenever and wherever they choose, to travel wherever they want, to choose their own teachers, and to work. These freedoms are essential for individuals to have autonomy, self-determination, and the ability to pursue their own goals and happiness. Chief Joseph's plea highlights the importance of these fundamental rights for his people's well-being and equality.

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