Broken Promises - High Arctic Relocation

How did the people first react to the high Arctic environment?

• It was crowded and noisy.

• It was empty and cold.

• It was warm and welcoming.

• It was lush and green.

Why was the Canadian government concerned about the Arctic region?

• Because of the warm climate.

• Due to potential U.S. military expansion.

• Because of the abundance of resources.

• Due to the lack of wildlife.

Who were among those selected for relocation to strengthen Canada's hold on the Arctic?

• An 80-year-old grandmother and a young woman with polio.

• A team of explorers.

• A family of polar bears.

• A group of scientists.

How did the relocated Inuit families feel about their treatment?

• They felt like they were on a vacation.

• They felt like they were treated like dogs.

• They felt like they were in a paradise.

• They felt like they were given luxury treatment.

What did the RCMP do to monitor the Inuit families?

• They provided them with food and supplies.

• They organized community events.

• They left them completely alone.

• They checked all tents and persons regularly.

Why were Inuit families relocated to the high Arctic?

• To give them better homes

• To help them trade with other countries

• To strengthen Canada’s control over the region

• To provide them with better jobs

Who were among the seven relocated Inuit families?

• Soldiers and government officials

• An 80-year-old grandmother and a 24-year-old woman disabled by polio

• A group of Inuit teachers and leaders

• Only men and boys for labor work

How did the Inuit describe their new home in the Arctic?

• A beautiful and peaceful place

• A land full of resources and supplies

• A barren land with no resources

• A warm and friendly community

The Inuit were given ____________ hides to insulate their tents.

The temperature was minus _________ degrees during the historic trip of the film crew to Resolute Bay in the High Arctic?