Understanding Native American Reservations

This worksheet explores the history, sovereignty, and contemporary issues facing Native American reservations in the United States.

Grade 12 Social studies Community & CulturesReservation

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D2.His.1.9-12. Evaluate how historical events and developments were shaped by unique circumstances of time and place as well as broader historical contexts.D2.Civ.14.9-12. Analyze historical, contemporary, and emerging means of changing societies, promoting the common good, and protecting individual rights.

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Understanding Native American Reservations

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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your knowledge of Native American reservations, their history, and current issues.

1. Which act established the policy of allotting tribal lands to individual Native Americans, ultimately leading to significant land loss?

Indian Removal Act

Dawes Act

Indian Reorganization Act

Civil Rights Act

2. What concept refers to the inherent authority of Indigenous tribes to govern themselves and their lands?

Assimilation

Federalism

Tribal Sovereignty

Manifest Destiny

1. The Act of 1887 aimed to break up tribal lands and assimilate Native Americans into mainstream American society.

2. Many Native American tribes operate their own systems and schools on reservations.

1. All Native American reservations are located in the Western United States.

True

False

2. Tribal governments on reservations have the authority to establish their own laws and policies.

True

False

1. Explain the historical context and purpose of the establishment of Native American reservations.

2. Discuss at least two contemporary challenges faced by residents of Native American reservations.

1. Analyze how the concept of tribal sovereignty has evolved over time in the context of U.S. federal policy, and describe its significance for Native American communities today.