Metis-Presentation (1)

**Welcome!

What We’re Learning Today**

Today we’ll explore the Métis Nation —
who they are, where they come from, and how their culture, traditions, and history continue to shape Canada.

We will learn about:

• The origins of the Métis people

• Buffalo hunts and pemmican

• Red River carts

• Métis culture, language & symbols

• Important leaders like Louis Riel

• The Métis Nation today

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the origins of the Métis people?

• Descendants of only Indigenous peoples

• Descendants of only European settlers

• Children of Indigenous women and European fur traders

• Children of Asian immigrants and Indigenous peoples

Open Ended

Why is it important to learn about the Métis people in Canadian history?

Open Ended

Compare the organization and participation in the Métis summer buffalo hunt versus the winter hunt.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ingredients was NOT typically included in traditional pemmican?

• Dried buffalo meat

• Melted buffalo fat

• Salt

• Berries

Multiple Select

Which features made the Red River Cart unique compared to other carts of its time?

• It was made entirely of wood

• It used metal nails and screws

• It had two huge wheels

• It was held together with leather straps

Open Ended

How did Louis Riel's leadership impact the recognition of Métis rights in Canada?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a way the Métis Nation keeps its culture alive today?

• Teaching Michif in schools

• Métis festivals

• Red River Resistance

• Beadwork workshops

Open Ended

What are some unique aspects of Métis culture and identity that distinguish them from other Indigenous groups in Canada?