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What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
The government can never lessen the pain suffered by Indigenous peoples.
B
The government has not even been willing to listen to Indigenous peoples.
C
The government has misunderstood the wishes of Indigenous peoples.
D
The government has made many false promises to Indigenous peoples.
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Read the quotation from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph. Whenever the white man treats the Indian as they treat each other then we shall have no more wars. We shall be all alike—brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all. Which cultural view is most clearly expressed in this quote?

A
All humans are part of the same world and should be treated as equals.
B
Family is vital to survival and extends well beyond tribal boundaries.
C
Nature is sacred and all humans should treat it with the utmost respect.
D
Tradition is valuable and should be preserved at all possible costs.
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Which excerpt from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph is the best example of pathos?

A
Give them all an even chance to live and grow. All men were made by the same Great Spirit Chief. They are all brothers.
B
At last I was granted permission to come to Washington and bring my friend Yellow Bull and our interpreter with me. I am glad I came.
C
We shall be all alike -- brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all.
D
I see men of my own race treated as outlaws and driven from country to country, or shot down like animals.
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Which best describes the historical context of the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
It discusses the speaker’s personal discussions with other chiefs.
B
It discusses the unequal treatment of Indigenous people by the US government.
C
It describes an interaction between government officials and Chief Joseph.
D
It describes in detail the spiritual belief system of the chief and his people.
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Read the quotation by Sojourner Truth. I am glad to see that men are getting their rights, but I want women to get theirs, and while the water is stirring, I will step into the pool. Which best describes the syntax in this quotation?

A
Truth uses complex syntax to express the idea she will participate in the fight for equality.
B
Truth uses simple syntax to describe how she will help women gain equal rights.
C
Truth uses simple syntax to express the idea she will participate in the fight for equality.
D
Truth uses complex syntax to describe how she will help women gain equal rights.

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