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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 1 : Chapter 1, Chapters 5, 6 & 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many Sioux were estimated to be at the great council at Bear Butte in Chapter 4?
(a) 1000 to 2500.
(b) 5000 to 7500.
(c) 3000 to 4500.
(d) Less than a thousand.

2. According to the author in Chapter 7, why is Custer's culture more productive than Crazy Horse's?
(a) Greater technology.
(b) Larger population.
(c) More assets.
(d) It is more disciplined.

3. During the time period of this book, what trees were common along streams on the Great Plains ?
(a) Pines.
(b) Juniper.
(c) Cottonwoods.
(d) Elms.

4. At what age did most Sioux boys participate in their first tribal hunt?
(a) Sixteen to seventeen.
(b) Twelve or thirteen.
(c) Ten or eleven.
(d) Fourteen to fifteen.

5. What are the Lance Owners?
(a) Elders.
(b) A Sioux society.
(c) A tribal nickname.
(d) Cheyenne warriors.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1854, who led four Brules in seeking revenge for Conquering Bear's death?

2. How did Custer spend his teenager years according to Chapter 7?

3. At what ages did Custer and Crazy Horse become recognized leaders?

4. What was the last major tribe pushed onto the Plains by military defeats with other tribes?

5. What nickname did Crazy Horse go by as a child?

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