Informative/Explanatory Essay: Cultural Beliefs and Values of the Nez Perce

This task will give you an opportunity to express your understanding of the Essential Question of Module 1, 'How do cultural beliefs and values guide people?' In writing this essay, you will demonstrate your ability to synthesize the beliefs of a culture, while creating an organized essay that uses text-based evidence. Throughout the module, you’ve been asked to think about how the beliefs and values of a culture, specifically the Nez Perce, guide the actions of its people. You’ve learned about Chief Joseph’s story and read his famous 'Lincoln Hall Speech,' which he delivered to members of the U.S. government years after his surrender at Bear Paw. What important Nez Perce beliefs and values guide Chief Joseph’s powerful words in his speech?