Understanding Indigenous Peoples' Day

What is the purpose of Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• To celebrate the arrival of European settlers

• To celebrate the culture and history of Indigenous peoples

• To commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• To honor the first Thanksgiving

When is Indigenous Peoples' Day celebrated?

• The first Monday of October

• The second Monday of October

• The last Friday of November

• The fourth Thursday of November

Which other holiday is celebrated on the same day as Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• Thanksgiving

• Veterans Day

• Columbus Day

• Labor Day

What does Indigenous Peoples' Day recognize about Indigenous peoples?

• Their right to vote

• Their right to self-government

• Their right to free education

• Their right to free healthcare

What commitment does the U.S. government make on Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• To provide free housing to Indigenous peoples

• To honor the treaties signed with Indigenous nations

• To give land back to Indigenous peoples

• To provide free healthcare to Indigenous peoples

Why is it important to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• To ignore the history of Indigenous peoples

• To recognize and respect the contributions of Indigenous peoples

• To celebrate only European history

• To focus on modern technology

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Which of the following is NOT a focus of Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• Celebrating Indigenous culture

• Recognizing Indigenous history

• Honoring European explorers

• Acknowledging Indigenous rights

What is one way people might celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• By having a costume party

• By learning about Indigenous cultures and histories

• By watching fireworks

• By going on a shopping spree

Which group of people does Indigenous Peoples' Day specifically honor?

• European settlers

• Indigenous peoples

• Asian immigrants

• African explorers

What is one reason some people prefer Indigenous Peoples' Day over Columbus Day?

• It focuses on the achievements of European explorers

• It acknowledges the history and rights of Indigenous peoples

• It is a longer holiday

• It involves more parties