Indian Boarding Schools Flashcard

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What was the primary purpose of education in Indian Boarding Schools according to the colonizers?

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To anglicize American Indians

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How were American Indian children taught to view their own culture in the boarding schools?

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As evil and uncivilized

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What happened to American Indian children who resisted the education in boarding schools?

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They were punished harshly, some even killed.

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During which era did American Indians regain control over their children’s education? Options: The Industrial Revolution, The Civil Rights Era, The Progressive Era, The Colonial Period

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The Civil Rights Era

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What is the primary focus of the YouTube video mentioned in the image related to Indian Boarding Schools?

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Native American Boarding School Survivors Share Their Stories

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What was the initial goal of Indian Boarding Schools regarding European culture?

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To fully immerse students in European culture

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What aspect of native culture was targeted for elimination by Indian Boarding Schools?

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Languages, clothing, religion, etc.

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What type of skills were taught at Indian Boarding Schools to promote assimilation?

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Marketable vocational skills

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What was promoted at Indian Boarding Schools as part of the cultural assimilation process?

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Christianity

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What was the primary criticism of Indian schools according to the Meriam Report of 1929?

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Quest for assimilation