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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.

Read the excerpt from "My Heart Is Bursting." I love to roam over the prairies. There I feel free and happy, but when we settle down we grow pale and die. Which of Satanta's central ideas do these details most contribute to? Settlers and American Indians must live in peace. United States' soldiers threaten the Kiowa tribe's way of life. It is vital to the Kiowa tribe that they maintain their lifestyle. The Kiowa tribe is going to stubbornly remain on their land.

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 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.

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 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 Satanta's humble tone affect the meaning of his speech? It causes those who are listening to wonder what motive Satanta has for being so polite and genial. It assures those who are listening that Satanta is speaking with honesty and has acted in good faith. It reminds those who are listening that they should appreciate how far Satanta has traveled to meet with them. It reinforces for those who are listening that Satanta is not afraid of war should he deem it necessary.

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 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 Chief Joseph believes the Great Spirit sees everything the fact that Chief Joseph was born in Oregon and is thirty-eight years old the fact that Chief Joseph states that he speaks from the heart the fact that Chief Joseph of the Nez Percé tribe made this claim

How does the speech "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" relate to American life during Douglass's time? It celebrates a time-honored tradition. It describes the daily life of many Americans. It addresses the need for equality for all people. It explains the forces behind the cause of the Civil War.

Which quote from "My Heart Is Bursting" most contributes to the assertive tone of 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 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

Read the quotation from "Ain't I a Woman?" Well, children, where there is so much racket there must be something out of kilter. I think that 'twixt the negroes of the South and the women at the North, all talking about rights, the white men will be in a fix pretty soon. But what's all this here talking about? Which best describes the syntax? Truth uses complex syntax to express the idea that the movement toward equality is gaining momentum in the US. Truth uses complex syntax to express her confusion at the fact that people do not have equal rights in the US. Truth uses simple syntax to lay out the ideas she is going to expand upon through the course of her speech. Truth uses simple syntax to describe each group that is fighting for equal rights in the US.

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" The feeling of the nation must be quickened; the conscience of the nation must be roused; the propriety of the nation must be startled; the hypocrisy of the nation must be exposed; and its crimes against God and man must be proclaimed and denounced. How does the repetition of the word "must" affect the tone of the piece? The repetition shows that the speaker is concerned about something. The repetition draws attention to the speaker's anger. The repetition suggests that the speaker is intimidating and demanding. The repetition intensifies the speaker's sense of urgency.

Read the last sentence of "Ain't I a Woman?" Obliged to you for hearing me, and now old Sojourner ain't got nothing more to say. Which best describes the effect of these words? They remind the audience that Truth has had rich life experience and offers valuable wisdom. They suggest that the audience has listened to and understood all of Truth's reasons. They inform the audience that Truth will not give another speech about women's suffrage. They encourage the audience to question Truth's reasoning and the ideas she has put forth.

Which best describes the effect of the repetition of the word "I" throughout "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" It makes Douglass seem self-involved and convinced of his own importance. It reinforces the sense of personal importance the issue has for Douglass. It reminds readers that Douglass has a strong sense of individuality. It establishes Douglass's personality clearly in readers' minds.

In "My Heart Is Bursting," which tactic does Satanta use to convey the central idea that the Kiowa people intend to remain on their own land? Satanta deliberately avoids this idea throughout his speech. Satanta issues threats about this idea throughout his speech. Satanta subtly hints at this idea throughout his speech. Satanta directly states this idea throughout his speech.

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" When the dogs in your streets, when the fowls of the air, when the cattle on your hills, when the fish of the sea, and the reptiles that crawl, shall be unable to distinguish the slave from a brute, then will I argue with you that the slave is a man! What effect does the repetition of the word "when" have? The repetition gives the excerpt a philosophical quality. The repetition distracts readers from Douglass's original point. The repetition clarifies the time in which the speech was delivered. The repetition reinforces Douglass's incredulity at the opposition's attitudes.

Read the quotation from "Ain't I a Woman?" That man over there says that women need to be helped into carriages, and lifted over ditches, and to have the best place everywhere. Which 1850s social norm is reflected in the excerpt? the idea that women should be protected from the harsh realities of life the idea that women should always have better accommodations than men the idea that women should not be forced to participate in politics the idea that women should be less sentimental and more practical

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?". But I fancy I hear some one of my audience say, "It is just in this circumstance that you and your brother abolitionists fail to make a favorable impression on the public mind. Would you argue more, and denounce less; would you persuade more, and rebuke less; your cause would be much more likely to succeed." But, I submit, where all is plain there is nothing to be argued. What point in the anti-slavery creed would you have me argue? On what branch of the subject do the people of this country need light? Must I undertake to prove that the slave is a man? That point is conceded already. Nobody doubts it. Which statement best explains why this is an example of a counterclaim by Douglass? Douglass addresses a potential argument of the other side and makes a case against it. Douglass addresses a potential argument of the other side and admits the point is solid. Douglass makes a claim and offers facts to support it. Douglass makes a claim and admits the flaws within it.

What was most likely the author's immediate purpose in writing "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" to persuade readers about the unjust treatment of African Americans to inform readers about the daily lives of African Americans to describe his own experiences encountering various social issues to discuss some social issues he considered to be of great importance

Which sentence from the passage supports the claim in the 1879 speech by Chief Joseph that actions speak louder than words? Too many misinterpretations have been made; too many misunderstandings have come up between the white men and the Indians. Good words do not last long unless they amount to something. I only ask of the Government to be treated as all other men are treated. I hope no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people.

Which excerpt from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph is the best example of pathos, or an appeal based on emotion? 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. I see men of my own race treated as outlaws and driven from country to country, or shot down like animals. Give them all an even chance to live and grow. All men were made by the same Great Spirit Chief. They are all brothers. 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.

What is historically significant about this 1879 speech by Chief Joseph? It is a detailed description of the conflict between the non-native settlers and the Native Americans. It is a direct and eloquent plea delivered in Washington for the equal treatment of all Native Americans. It is a subtle and polite attempt to make peace with those who work for the government. It is an adamant demand of requirements issued by the Native Americans to the non-native settlers.

Which best describes the historical context of the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph? It discusses the unequal treatment of American Indians by the US government. It discusses the speaker's personal discussions with other chiefs. It describes an interaction between government officials and Chief Joseph. It describes in detail the spiritual belief system of the chief and his people.

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? Family is vital to survival and extends well beyond tribal boundaries. Tradition is valuable and should be preserved at all possible costs. Nature is sacred and all humans should treat it with the utmost respect. All humans are part of the same world and should be treated as equals.

What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph? The government has misunderstood the wishes of the American Indians. The government has not even been willing to listen to the American Indians. The government has made many false promises to the American Indians. The government can never lessen the pain suffered by the American Indians.