The Trail of Tears Causes and Effects
Grade 9th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can analyze the causes and effects of the Trail of Tears.
Warm-Up Video
Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel · 11:12
The Forced Removal of Native Americans - Indian Removal Act & Tribal Resistance
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The Five Civilized Tribes, including the Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, Seminole, and Cherokee, attempted to assimilate into American culture to prevent westward displacement.
- 2
The Indian Removal Act of 1830 required Native Americans to relocate west of the Mississippi River.
- 3
The forced relocation of the Cherokee, known as the Trail of Tears, resulted in approximately 4,000 deaths due to starvation, disease, and exposure.
Practice Questions
7 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe TWO causes of the Trail of Tears and ONE effect it had on the Cherokee people.”
Teacher Guide
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