Chapter 16 The Conquest of the Far West Multiple-Choice Questions 1. By the mid-1840s, the American West A. contained few migrants from the United States. B. was extensively populated. C. had seen the elimination of nearly all Indian tribes. D. closely resembled its popular image. E. was still an empty, desolate land. Answer: B Page: 443 2. Which of the following Indian tribes was NOT found on the Pacific coast of the Far West? A. Chumash B. Chinook C. Pomo D. Creek E. Serrano Answer: D Page: 444 3. In the mid-nineteenth century, the Plains Indians were A. usually able to unite against white aggression. B. not as vulnerable to disease as eastern tribes. C. among the least aggressive of all American Indians. D. mostly sedentary farmers. E. the most widespread Indian groups in the West. Answer: E Page: 444 4. Which tribe should NOT be included among the Plains Indians? A. Yurok B. Sioux C. Arapaho