CHARACTERS
Who is the narrator of the story?
SOUND OF RUNNING FEET
Why are the Nez Perce forced to flee?
The U.S. Army wants to remove them from their land.
What theme is reflected in Chief Joseph’s leadership?
COURAGE, PERSEVERANCE, LEADERSHIP
What year did the Nez Perce War take place?
1877
Who said, “I will fight no more forever”?
CHIEF JOSEPH
What is the relationship between Sound of Running Feet and Chief Joseph?
SHE IS HIS DAUGHTER
What is the primary goal of the Nez Perce during their journey?
To escape to Canada.
How is the theme of family represented in the book?
THROUGH CHIEF JOSEPH'S AND SOUND OF RUNNING FEET'S RELATIONSHIP IN THE NOVEL
What was the Nez Perce’s homeland?
The Wallowa Valley in Oregon.
What does Sound of Running Feet say about the land as they leave?
“The land is part of me, and I am part of it.”
Who is Coyote in Nez Perce legends?
A TRICKSTER FIGURE
hat happens at the Big Hole River?
The Nez Perce are attacked by the U.S. Army in a surprise battle.
What does the land symbolize for the Nez Perce?
THEIR IDENTITY AND HERITAGE
Why did the U.S. government want the Nez Perce to move to a reservation?
Settlers wanted their land for farming and gold.
Which character says, “The army will not stop until we are all gone”?
WHITE FEATHER
Which U.S. general led the troops against the Nez Perce?
GENERAL OLIVER HOWARD
How does the story end for the Nez Perce?
They are forced to surrender just 40 miles from Canada.
How does the theme of betrayal appear in the story?
Through allies turning against the Nez Perce.
How long was the Nez Perce’s journey to escape?
ABOUT 1,700 MILES
What does Chief Joseph say about promises made to the Nez Perce?
“The white man has broken every promise he made.”
Name the character who represents betrayal in the story.
EAGLE WING
What is the significance of Chief Joseph’s surrender speech?
It symbolizes the Nez Perce’s loss and resilience.
How does the book address the theme of cultural loss?
By showing the destruction of Nez Perce traditions and their forced removal.
What was the name of the Canadian leader who offered refuge to the Nez Perce?
SITTING BULL
What does Sound of Running Feet say about her father’s leadership?
“He leads not with words, but with the strength of his heart.”