What event in December 1890 resulted in the killing of 300 Sioux men, women, and children?

• A. Wounded Knee Massacre
• B. Sand Creek Massacre
• C. Battle of Little Big Horn
• D. Indian Removal Act

Answer: (A)

The event that resulted in the tragic killing of around 300 Sioux men, women, and children in December 1890 is known as the Wounded Knee Massacre. This massacre took place on December 29, 1890, near Wounded Knee Creek in South Dakota and was marked by the United States Army's efforts to disarm the Sioux, who were participating in a Ghost Dance movement, believed to be a spiritual practice aimed at restoring their way of life.

The U.S. military misinterpreted the Ghost Dance as a threat, leading to a confrontation. The violence escalated rapidly, resulting in the deaths of the Sioux people who were largely unarmed and included many women and children. The Wounded Knee Massacre is often viewed as one of the last major battles between Native Americans and U.S. forces, highlighting the tragic consequences of U.S. government policies towards Indigenous peoples during this period of American expansion and conflict.

This choice is historically significant as it represents a culmination of the U.S. government's efforts to control and suppress Native American cultures and populations. It's essential to understand the context of American Indian resistance and the impact of U.S. policies that led to this event.