What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph? A. The government has misunderstood the wishes of Indigenous peoples.
B. The government has not even been willing to listen to Indigenous peoples.
C. The government has made many false promises to Indigenous peoples.
D. The government can never lessen the pain suffered by Indigenous peoples.
The correct answer is C. The government has made many false promises to Indigenous peoples.
In his 1879 speech, Chief Joseph expresses deep disillusionment regarding the government’s treatment of Indigenous peoples, highlighting broken promises and injustices that have been suffered. His message emphasizes the betrayal felt by Native Americans due to unfulfilled agreements, reflecting a broader theme of mistrust between Indigenous communities and the U.S. government.