Question 12 • ELPGEQ3 M/J U.S. History - 2100015 HCPS v24
Which describes the Trail of Tears of 1838?
Answer
A
It was a two-week journey during the hottest part of the year. The US government provided shelter and supplies to the Cherokee Indians.
B
It was a thousand-mile march inflicted on the Cherokee Nation that took place during a harsh winter. It was supported by Andrew Jackson.
C
It proceeded at a slow pace and took nearly 200 days. The Cherokee people were saddened to leave their homes, but were able to settle on better more fertile land.
D
It was a two-week journey during the coldest part of the year. The Cherokee Nation agreed to sell their lands and willingly move west with their tribe.