Answers CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 A Credit Recovery 5 CreditsAnalyzing Tone and Identifying Central Ideas: Chief Joseph's speech "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs"

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Read the quotation from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."What I have to say will come from my heart, and I will speak with a straight tongue.Based on this quotation, the reader can conclude that the Nez Percé people most believe in

the importance of speaking passionately and honestly.

the importance of sharing valued traditions with others.

the importance of stating whatever is on their minds.

the importance of choosing their words very carefully.

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How would the meaning of "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs" most likely have been affected had Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) adopted a tone of resentment instead?

It would appear as an accusation rather than a plea.

It would appear as a request rather than an accusation.

It would appear as a threat rather than a narrative.

It would appear as a narrative rather than a demand.

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" best summarizes the message of Set'tainte (Satanta)’s speech?

All of the land south of the Arkansas belongs to the Kiowas and the Comanches, and I don’t want to give away any of it.

I want you to understand well what I say. Write it on paper.

I have heard that you intend to settle us on a reservation near the mountains.

A long time ago this land belonged to our fathers; but when I go up to the river I see camps of soldiers on its banks.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." My father was chief before me. When a young man, he was called Joseph by Mr. Spaulding, a missionary. He died a few years ago. He left a good name on earth. He advised me well for my people.Based on the idea that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) highly values what his father has taught him, how does he most likely feel about his tribe’s cultural traditions?

He feels strongly about sharing them with others in the world.

He feels strongly about remembering them for years to come.

He feels strongly about revising them to be more relevant.

He feels strongly about preserving and maintaining them.

Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph)’s tone in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs" can best be described as

forward and blunt.

angry and sarcastic.

heartfelt and sincere.

neutral and nonchalant.

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" most contributes to the assertive tone of Set'tainte (Satanta)’s speech?

The Cheyennes are those who have been fighting with you. They did it in broad daylight so that all could see them.

All the chiefs of the Kiowas, Comanches, and Arapahos are here to-day; they have come to listen to good words.

I have heard that you intend to settle us on a reservation near the mountains. I don’t want to settle.

I have told you the truth. I have no little lies hid about me, but I don’t know how it is with the commissioners.

Based on Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph)’s message in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs," the Nez Percé people most likely value

land, ownership, and friendship.

family, progress, and intellect.

pride, tradition, and ownership.

peace, tradition, and honesty.

In "My Heart Is Bursting," which tactic does Set'tainte (Satanta) use to convey the central idea that the Kiowa people intend to remain on their own land?

Set'tainte (Satanta) deliberately avoids this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) issues threats about this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) subtly hints at this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) directly states this idea throughout his speech.

In "My Heart Is Bursting," which tactic does Set'tainte (Satanta) use to convey the central idea that the Kiowa people intend to remain on their own land?

Set'tainte (Satanta) deliberately avoids this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) issues threats about this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) subtly hints at this idea throughout his speech.

Set'tainte (Satanta) directly states this idea throughout his speech.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."My friends, I have been asked to show you my heart. I am glad to have a chance to do so. I want the white people to understand my people. Based on the tone of this excerpt, the author most likely wants the audience to

listen with sorrow.

listen with gladness.

listen with skepticism.

listen with compassion.

Read the quote from "My Heart Is Bursting."If I had been fighting I would have done it by day and not in the dark.The tone of this sentence can best be described as conveying

pride.

peace.

sorrow.

remorse.

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" most contributes to the assertive tone of Set'tainte (Satanta)’s speech?

The Cheyennes are those who have been fighting with you. They did it in broad daylight so that all could see them.

All the chiefs of the Kiowas, Comanches, and Arapahos are here to-day; they have come to listen to good words.

I have heard that you intend to settle us on a reservation near the mountains. I don’t want to settle.

I have told you the truth. I have no little lies hid about me, but I don’t know how it is with the commissioners.

Read the excerpt from the speech "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."I believe much trouble and blood would be saved if we opened our hearts more. I will tell you in my way how the Indian sees things. The white man has more words to tell you how they look to him, but it does not require many words to speak the truth.How do the underlined words impact the tone of Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph)’s speech?

They emphasize the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) is going to speak candidly from the heart.

They emphasize the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) is going to select his words very carefully.

They emphasize the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) is going to create a mood of great sorrow.

They emphasize the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) is going to choose words that elicit guilt.

Read the quote from "My Heart Is Bursting."If I had been fighting I would have done it by day and not in the dark.The tone of this sentence can best be described as conveying

pride.

peace.

sorrow.

remorse.

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" best summarizes the message of Set'tainte (Satanta)’s speech?

All of the land south of the Arkansas belongs to the Kiowas and the Comanches, and I don’t want to give away any of it.

I want you to understand well what I say. Write it on paper.

I have heard that you intend to settle us on a reservation near the mountains.

A long time ago this land belonged to our fathers; but when I go up to the river I see camps of soldiers on its banks.

Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph)’s tone in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs" can best be described as

forward and blunt.

angry and sarcastic.

heartfelt and sincere.

neutral and nonchalant.

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."We were taught to believe that the Great Spirit sees and hears everything, and that he never forgets; that hereafter he will give every man a spirit-home according to his deserts: if he has been a good man, he will have a good home; if he has been a bad man, he will have a bad home. What central idea of the speech is illustrated by this excerpt?

Man should act cautiously because the Great Spirit is not very forgiving.

The way a man chooses to live his life directly affects the quality of his life.

A man will have a much more lavish home if he is good to those around him.

Only those who are good to others will eventually receive a spirit-home.

Read the summary of "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."In “An Indian’s View of Indian Affairs,” it is asserted that conflicts could be reduced if white Americans better understood Native Americans.Which of the following would make this summary more complete?

the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) believes the Great Spirit sees everything

the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) was born in Oregon and is thirty-eight years old

the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) states that he speaks from the heart

the fact that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) of the Nez Percé tribe made this claim

Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."Some of you think an Indian is like a wild animal. This is a great mistake. I will tell you all about our people, and then you can judge whether an Indian is a man or not.Which central idea of the speech is most supported by this excerpt?

The Nez Percé people seek to preserve their valued cultural traditions.

The Nez Percé people hope to reduce conflict between Indigenous peoples.

The Nez Percé people adhere strongly to human values and morals.

The Nez Percé people want the new settlers to better understand them.

In "My Heart Is Bursting," which quote most contributes to the central idea that the Kiowa tribe wishes to maintain their lifestyle and traditions?

The Kiowas and Comanches have not been fighting. We were away down south when we heard you were coming to see us.

I love the land and the buffalo and will not part with it. I want you to understand well what I say.

I don’t want any of the medicine lodges [schools and churches] within the country. I want the children raised as I was.

When I look upon you, I know you are all big chiefs. While you are in this country we go to sleep happy and are not afraid.

Man should act cautiously because the Great Spirit is not very forgiving.

The way a man chooses to live his life directly affects the quality of his life.

A man will have a much more lavish home if he is good to those around him.

Only those who are good to others will eventually receive a spirit-home.

Read the quotation from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." They told us to treat all men as they treated us; that we should never be the first to break a bargain; that it was a disgrace to tell a lie; that we should speak only the truth; that it was a shame for one man to take from another his wife, or [to take] his property without paying for it. What cultural view is most reflected in this quotation?

importance of peace

appreciation for the land

value of tribal traditions

respect for all other people

listen with sorrow.

listen with gladness.

listen with skepticism.

listen with compassion.

Read the excerpt from "My Heart Is Bursting."You, the commissioners, have come from afar to listen to our grievances. My heart is glad and I shall hide nothing from you. I understood that you were coming down to see us. I moved away from those disposed for war, and I also came along to see you.How does Set'tainte (Satanta)’s humble tone affect the meaning of his speech?

It causes those who are listening to wonder what motive Set'tainte (Satanta) has for being so polite and genial.

It assures those who are listening that Set'tainte (Satanta) is speaking with honesty and has acted in good faith.

It reminds those who are listening that they should appreciate how far Set'tainte (Satanta) has traveled to meet with them.

It reinforces for those who are listening that Set'tainte (Satanta) is not afraid of war should he deem it necessary.

Based on Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph)’s message in "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs," the Nez Percé people most likely value

land, ownership, and friendship.

family, progress, and intellect.

pride, tradition, and ownership.

peace, tradition, and honesty.

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