Indigenous Peoples' Day Quiz

What is another name for Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• Independence Day

• Columbus Day

• Native American Day

• Thanksgiving Day

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When is Indigenous Peoples' Day celebrated?

• First Monday of October

• Fourth Monday of October

• Second Monday of October

• Third Monday of October

Which state was the first to officially recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• New York

• Texas

• South Dakota

• California

Who was the first U.S. president to recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• Joe Biden

• Barack Obama

• Donald Trump

• George Bush

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Which event in 1977 suggested replacing Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• World Conference of Indigenous Peoples

• Global Indigenous Forum

• International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas

• United Nations General Assembly

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What percentage of the indigenous population was lost in the first 130 years after European contact?

• 95%

• 50%

• 100%

• 75%

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Which country celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21?

• Mexico

• Canada

• Australia

• Brazil

What does Indigenous Peoples' Day recognize about indigenous peoples?

• Their right to free housing

• Their right to free medical care

• Their right to self-government

• Their right to free education

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What is one reason why people want to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• The arrival of Columbus led to the mistreatment of Indigenous peoples

• Columbus was a kind leader

• Columbus discovered America

• Columbus was an Indigenous leader

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As of 2020, how many states celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of Columbus Day?

• More than 20

• More than 10

• More than 15

• More than 5