native american movements 1945 - 1992

Question 1

What was the policy introduced in 1953 that aimed to speed up assimilation of Native Americans?

Answer 1

Termination

This policy led to Native Americans losing their special protection as ‘wards of the government’ and encouraged urban migration.

Question 2

What was the unemployment rate among Native Americans post-World War II?

Answer 2

18 percent

This high unemployment rate reflected the difficulties faced by Native Americans during this period.

Question 3

What was the life expectancy of Native Americans post-World War II?

Answer 3

44 years

This figure was 20 years below the national average, highlighting significant health disparities.

Question 4

What percentage of Native Americans returned to the reservations after moving to cities?

Answer 4

50 percent

Many found it difficult to adapt to urban life and returned to deteriorating conditions on reservations.

Question 5

What social phenomenon did Native Americans witness in cities that influenced their movements?

Answer 5

Civil rights movement

The growth of this movement inspired Native Americans to advocate for their rights.

Question 6

What significant changes occurred for Native Americans between 1969-1992?

Answer 6

Regained lands and improved educational opportunities

These changes marked a shift towards self-determination.

Question 7

Was the restoration of land to Native Americans a quick process?

Answer 7

No

It was slow and not all land was restored, with some tribes rejecting compensation offers.

Question 8

What religious rights were restored for Native Americans during this period?

Answer 8

Ability to worship freely

Laws were passed in thirty states to protect Native American burial grounds and remains.

Question 9

What did Native Americans negotiate with the Bureau of Indian Affairs?

Answer 9

Contracts for health, education, and social service provision

This marked a move towards self-determination.

Question 10

What was the population of Native Americans in 1970 compared to 1990?

Answer 10

800,000 in 1970 to 1.7 million in 1990

This significant population increase may indicate improvements in social conditions.

Question 11

True or False: The period after the 1960s saw continued assimilation of Native Americans.

Answer 11

False

There were moves towards self-determination instead of assimilation.