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WorksheetsNST 30 Final Exam quizziz
Total questions: 159
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DNA testing to determine their origins is sometimes resisted by Indigenous traditionalists because
they believe the results might be used to disagree with their beliefs
DNA testing is expensive
DNA testing is often subject to errors
they believe that DNA testing is a violation of their agreement with the Creator
Which statement best describes the traditional First Nations view of the natural world?
People should determine uses of the land.
Resources should not be taken from the land.
People are one part of the whole environment.
Land is intended to provide money for the people.
Which of the definitions below best defines what it means for a society to be "matriarchal"?
Ideas and decisions mostly come from men
Ideas and decisions mostly come from women
Ideas and decisions mostly come from both men and women
Ideas and decisions mostly are made by children
For many Indigenous groups, life can be described in cycles of
2
3
4
6
The most sacred shape in many Indigenous cultures is the
rectangle
square
pyramid
circle
Which statement best describes the trickster?
He is a caring character who helps others.
He teaches moral lessons through his antics.
He teaches lessons by being a positive role model.
He is a harmless character who provides entertainment.
The most common trickster in many Indigenous stories is known as
Wesakejack
Willipa
Wercathinapa
Wendago
The Solutrian Theory states that
Indigenous people arrived in North America on boats from across the Atlantic
Indigenous people have been in North America from time immemorial
Indigenous people crossed a land bridge on foot to North America
Indigenous people came on boats from across the Pacific
Which Court Case asks judges to consider the Aboriginal history of an offender?
Stonechild
Glaudue Report
Roe v Wade
Calder Case
Which of the following roles was not generally considered a role for Indigenous women during the fur trade?
Were taken as wives
Guide
Paddler
Trapper
Which of the following was not a motivation for the early Europeans who first arrived in North America (Newfoundland)?
To find new converts for Christianity
To win glory for themselves and their nation
To search for valuable resources
All of the above were motivations
Which of the following statements best describes North America before European arrival?
A united continent under one ruler and state, with a similar society across the continent
A collection of independent nations, each with their own structures of society
A sparsely populated land with no organized societies
Animals roamed the land, but no people
The first known non-Indigenous nation to reach the shores of North America were the
British
French
Vikings
Irish
Based on the available evidence, when they first came into contact, the European explorers were _______________ and the Indigenous people were _______________.
curious, hesitant
aggressive, demanding
frightened and reluctant to trade
relaxed, angry
How did the concept of Terra Nullius most directly affect First Nations peoples?
Their governments were changed.
Their fishing rights were supported.
Their land rights were not recognized.
Their cultural practices were banned
The story of Cartier’s interaction with Donnaconna and his sons best represents the concept of
paternalism
acculturation
collaboration
acceptance
Which is not true about beaver pelts during the Fur Trade era
It was used to make fashionable felt top hats
It was used until the late 19th century when silk replaced it
It was used as a form of trading currency
It remained so plentiful that hunters and traders never had to venture far to trap
The most powerful fur trading organization in Canada was the
British Indian Company
Hudson’s Bay Company
Canada West Company
Northwest Company
Approximately what percentage of missing Indigenous women cases go unsolved?
90%
10%
50%
all of them
The inequality in education means that on reserve schools receive how much less per student?
$30
$300
$3000
none of the above
Which is evidence that genocide was committed against the Indigenous Beothuk?
the killing of members of a group
causing serious bodily and mental harm
forceable transference of children
all of the above
The Great Law of Peace (and the one of first democratic nations) was created by the
Inuit
Haida
Cree
Iroquois
Which is NOT a way that alcohol was used as a weapon against the Indigenous people?
Caused them to be less capable negotiators.
Caused them to be dependent on the “whites”
Allows them to be blamed for their own problems.
All of the above
What region of Canada has the mostNumbered Treaties?
British Columbia
Northern Territories
the Prairies
All of the above
Sustainable development is
Respects Indigenous values and meets economic needs
The proper use of profits from resource extraction
Development that occurs on traditional Indigenous land
Traditional hunting and fishing
Which was NOT a method for choosing a traditional Indigenous Chief?
Hereditary/Family
The Wealthiest
A Form of Election
Based on their Actions
The policy stated in the quote 'I want to get rid of the Indian problem... Our objective is to continue until there is not a single Indian in Canada that has not been absorbed into the body politic and there is no Indian Question and no Indian department.' best illustrates the concept of cultural
assimilation
integration
accommodation
acculturation
When was the last residential school closed in Canada?
1987
1991
1996
there are still residential schools open today
The ball and chain in the cartoon above most clearly symbolizes the concept of
assimilation
intergenerational trauma
circularity
eurocentrism
Suicide is a leading cause of death in Indigenous communities among those
under the age of 45
living in cities
over the age of 45
who are Metis
First Nations youth are how many times more likely to commit suicide than non-Indigenous?
100 times
10 times
6 times
the same rate
The main point of the above cartoon is that
the apology for residential schools was not enough to make up for the suffering of First Nations children
the government is willing to apologize for past injustices, but not willing to fix current problems
the government wants to help First Nations rebuild houses, but can't because of mold issues
the housing on reserves should be fixed by the First Nations themselves
An Indigenous person striving to adopt some of the non-Indigenous Canadian culture would be called?
assimilation
acculturation
paternalism
patriarchy
The Indigenous worldview places individuality over the collective.
True
False
Indigenous people traded with each other before European arrival.
True
False
Neil Stonechild was an Indigenous politician who stood up for Metis rights.
True
False
Bias is often subconscious.
True
False
Neil Stonechild was an Indigenous politician who stood up for Metis rights.
True
False
Self-government' means the power to govern without external control.
True
False
Some reserves have had boil water advisories for many consecutive years.
True
False
The name “Indian” refers to Columbus believing he had arrived in India.
True
False
Indigenous people in Canada refers only to the First Nations and Metis.
True
False
The Haudenosaunee(iroquois) created the Great Law of Peace as shown through the Wampum Belt.
True
False
Suicide rates among Indigenous are highest among those who reside in the far North.
True
False
Discrimination is not an action, but an internal prejudice towards a certain group of people.
True
False
A sentencing circle is a form of restorative justice.
True
False
Which of the following is a traditional Indigenous method of conflict resolution?
Sentencing circle
Jury trial
Arbitration
Mediation
What is the significance of the medicine wheel in Indigenous cultures?
It represents the four seasons
It symbolizes the interconnectedness of all life
It is used as a calendar
It is a tool for navigation
Which Indigenous group is known for their totem poles?
Inuit
Haida
Cree
Iroquois
DNA testing to determine their origins is sometimes resisted by Indigenous traditionalists because a. they believe the results might be used to disagree with their beliefs b. DNA testing is expensive c. DNA testing is often subject to errors d. they believe that DNA testing is a violation of their agreement with the Creator
a. they believe the results might be used to disagree with their beliefs
b. DNA testing is expensive
DNA testing is often subject to errors
they believe that DNA testing is a violation of their agreement with the Creator
Which statement best describes the traditional First Nations view of the natural world? a. People should determine uses of the land. b. Resources should not be taken from the land. c. People are one part of the whole environment. d. Land is intended to provide money for the people.
People should determine uses of the land.
Resources should not be taken from the land.
People are one part of the whole environment.
. Land is intended to provide money for the people.
Which of the definitions below best defines what it means for a society to be "matriarchal" a. ideas and decisions mostly come from men b. ideas and decisions mostly come from women c. ideas and decisions mostly come from both men and women d. ideas and decision mostly are made by children
ideas and decisions mostly come from men
ideas and decisions mostly come from women
ideas and decisions mostly come from both men and women
ideas and decision mostly are made by children
For many Indigenous groups, life can be described in cycles of
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 6
(a)
The most sacred shape in many Indigenous cultures is the
a. rectangle
b. square
c. pyramid
d. circle
(a)
Which statement best describes the trickster? a. He is a caring character who helps others. b. He teaches moral lessons through his antics. c. He teaches lessons by being a positive role model. d. He is a harmless character who provides entertainment.
He is a caring character who helps others.
He teaches moral lessons through his antics.
He teaches lessons by being a positive role model.
He is a harmless character who provides entertainment
The most common trickster in many Indigenous stories is known as a. Wesakejack b. Willipa c.hagrid d. Wendago
Wesakejack
Willipa
Hagrid
wendigo
The Solutrian Theory states that a. Indigenous people arrived in North America on boats from across the Atlantic b. Indigenous people have been in North America from time immemorial c. Indigenous people crossed a land bridge on foot to North America d. Indigenous people came on boats from across the Pacific
. Indigenous people arrived in North America on boats from across the Atlantic
Indigenous people have been in North America from time immemorial
Indigenous people crossed a land bridge on foot to North America
Indigenous people came on boats from across the Pacific
Which approximate percentage of all criminal sentences in Canada are given to Indigenous offenders? a. 50% b. All of them c. 75% d. 25%
50
all of them
75
25
Which Court Case asks judges to consider the Aboriginal history of an offender? a. Stonechild b. Glaudu Report c. Roe v Wade d. Calder Case
stonechild
Gladue Report
Roe- vs Wade
Calder case
Which of the following roles was not generally considered a role for Indigenous women during the fur trade? a. Were taken as wives b. Guide c. Paddler d. Trapper
were taken as wives
Guide
Paddler
Trapper
Which of the following was not a motivation for the early Europeans who first arrived in North America (Newfoundland)? a. To find new converts for Christianity b. To win glory for themselves and their nation c. To search for valuable resources d. All of the above were motivations
To find new converts for Christianity
To win glory for themselves and their nation
To search for valuable resources
All of the above were motivations
Which of the following statements best describes North America before European arrival?
A united continent under one ruler and state, with a similar society across the continent
A collection of independent nations, each with their own structures of society
A sparsely populated land with no organized societies
animals roamed the land, but no people
The first known non-Indigenous nation to reach the shores of North America were the a. British b. French c. Vikings d. Irish
British
Vikings
French
Irish
Based on the available evidence, when they first came into contact, the European explorers were _______________ and the Indigenous people were _________________. a. curious, hesitant b. aggressive , demanding c. frightened and reluctant to trade d. relaxed, angry
curious, hesitant
aggressive , demanding
frightened and reluctant to trade
relaxed, angry
How did the concept of Terra Nullius most directly affect First Nations peoples? a. Their governments were changed. b. Their fishing rights were supported. c. Their land rights were not recognized. d. Their cultural practices were banned
Their governments were changed.
Their fishing rights were supported.
Their land rights were not recognized.
Their cultural practices were banned
The story of Cartier's interaction with Donnaconna and his sons best represents the concept of a. paternalism b. acculturation c. collaboration d. acceptance
Paternalism
Acculturation
collaberation
acceptance
Which is not true about beaver pelts during the Fur Trade era a. it was used to make fashionable felt top hats b. it was used until the late 19th century when silk replaced it c. it was used as a form of trading currency d. it remained so plentiful that hunters and traders never had to venture far to trap
it was used to make fashionable felt top hats
it was used until the late 19th century when silk replaced it
it was used as a form of trading currency
it remained so plentiful that hunters and traders never had to venture far to trap
The most powerful fur trading organization in Canada was the a. British Indian Company b. Hudson's Bay Company c. Canada West Company d. Northwest Company
British Indian Company
Hudsons Bay Company
Canada wes t Company
Northwest Company
approximately what percentage of missing Indigenous women cases go unsolved? a. 90% b. 10% c. 50% d. all of them
90
10
50
all of them
The inequality in education means that on reserve schools receive how much less per student? a. $30 b. $300 c. $3000 d. none of the above
30
300
3000
none of the above
Which is evidence that genocide was committed against the Indigenous Beothuk? a. the killing of members of a group b. causing serious bodily and mental harm c. forceable transference of children d. all of the above
the killing of members of a group
causing serious bodily and mental harm
forceable transference of children
all of the above
The Great Law of Peace (and the one of first democratic nations) was created by the a. Inuit b. Haida c. Cree d. Iroquois
inuit
haida
cree
iroquois
Which is NOT a way that alcohol was used as a weapon against the Indigenous people? a. Caused them to be less capable negotiators. b. Caused them to be dependent on the "whites" c. Allows them to be blamed for their own problems. d. All of the above
Caused them to be less capable negotiators.
Caused them to be dependent on the "whites"
Allows them to be blamed for their own problems.
All of the above
What region of Canada has Numbered Treaties? a. British Columbia b. Northern Territories c. the Prairies d. All of the above
British Colombia
Northern Territories
The Prairies
All of the above
Which of the following is tax exempt? a. a Metis purchasing gas b. a status First Nation who lives on reserve, but works in the city c. a status First Nation who lives off reserve, but shops in the city d.a status First Nation plumber who lives on the reserve and works on the reserve
a Metis purchasing gas
a status First Nation who lives on reserve, but works in the city
a status First Nation who lives off reserve, but shops in the city
A status first Nation making purchases on Reserve land
Sustainable development is
Respects Indigenous values and meets economic needs
meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Development that occurs on traditional Indigenous land
Traditional hunting and fishing
Which was NOT a method for choosing a traditional Indigenous Chief? a. Hereditary/Family b. The Wealthiest c. A Form of Election d. Based on their Actions
. Hereditary/Family
The Wealthiest
A Form of Election
Based on their Actions
When was the last residential school closed in Canada? a. 1987 b. 1991 c. 1996 d. there are still residential schools open today
1987
1991
1996
there are still residential schools
Suicide is a leading cause of death in Indigenous communities among those a. under the age of 45 b. living in cities c. over the age of 45 d. who are Metis
under 45
living in cities
over 45
Metis
First Nations youth are how many times more likely to commit suicide than non-Indigenous? a. 100 times b. 10 times c. 6 times d. the same rate
100 times
10 times
6 times
the same rate
Which is NOT a challenge facing Indigenous economic success a) Internet Connections b) Child Poverty c) Graduation Rates d) Heavy Taxation
Internet Connections
Child Poverty
Graduation Rates
Heavy Taxation
An Indigenous person striving to adopt some of the non-Indigenous Canadian culture would be called a) assimilation b) acculturation c) paternalism d) patriarchy
assimilation
acculturation
paternalism
patriarchy
Bias is often subconscious
true
False
The Indigenous worldview places individuality over the collective
True
False
Indigenous people traded with each other before European arrival
True
False
Neil Stonechild was an Indigenous politician who stood up for Metis rights
True
False
"Self-government" means the power to govern without external control.
true
False
Some reserves have had boil water advisories for many consecutive years.
true
False
The first authenticated Europeans to set foot in North America originally came from
Scandinavia
England
Spain
France
The first European explorers to the Western Hemisphere in the 15th century were mainly interested in
the fur trade.
finding a route to Asia.
converting the Indians to Christianity.
fishing.
The Italian explorer who sailed from England and visited Newfoundland in 1497 was
John Cabot.
Christopher Columbus.
Francis Drake.
Jacques Cartier.
In the early 1500's, what country started the first permanent colonies in Canada?
France
England
Holland
Portugal
Terra Nullius is best described as
the idea that the Monarchies of Europe had the right to rule any territory on Earth
land over which no one had recognized authority
land ruled by preexisting kingdoms
imaginary land, such as that written about by the Irish monk/explorer Brendan
The Columbian Exchange refers to
the initial trade in furs that took place when European fisherman reached North America
the First Nations tradition of exchanging prisoners
the transfer of plants, animals etc. between Europe and the New World
the practice of exchanging First Nations women for exclusive fur trading rights
Stadacona and Hochelaga, villages reached by Cartier, were part of the __________ nation
Gaspe.
Iroquois
Mi'kmaq.
Beothuk
Hochelaga was located at the modern-day city of
Port Royal.
Quebec City.
Trois Rivieres.
Montreal.
In 1535, the Chief at Stadacona was
Anaconda.
Donnacona.
Hiawatha.
Jokipakka.
"The complete removal of a culture and its replacement by another culture." best defines the concept of
assimilation
acculturation
colonization
paternalism
Which of the following was not a role the First Nations typically played in the fur trade
acting as middlemen between trappers and traders
Supplying food to the traders
Acting as clerks at fur trade posts
Trapping and hunting animals
The "custom of the country" refers to
The right of fur traders to carry furs anywhere in the West without documents
The marriage arrangement practiced by fur traders and First Nations women
The protection of Metis language and culture in the Red River
The idea that British officials will protect French language and culture
Until the late 1800's, Rupert's Land was the land in Western Canada controlled by
the federal government
the Hudson's Bay Company
the government of France
the CPR
cartier treated the indigenous as equals
true
false
the most common use of beaver fur in europe was for warm blankets
true
false
During the fur trade the british were allied with the Huron
True
False
The way Aboriginal people express their worldview can vary greatly from person to person and from nation to nation
a) True
b) False
Traditional Aboriginal spirituality acknowledges the important role of a "Creator"
a) True
b) False
Animals play a large role in Aboriginal oral narratives
a) True
b) False
How the First Peoples arrived in Canada is completely understood
a) True
b) False
Many of the First People's tools were made of stone
a) True
b) False
The First Peoples did not have an artistic side
a) True
b) False
All the First Peoples spoke the same language
a) True
b) False
Which of the following is the best definition of consensus?
a) A system where decisions are made by majority vote
b) A system where decisions are made by someone based on bravery in battle
c) A system where decisions are made by an external nation
d) A system where decisions are made by a group discussion and agreement
Which of the following statements about traditional Aboriginal governance is incorrect?
a) An important factor in determining who gained political power was kinship ties
b) Women and men both played important roles in governing
c) All traditional Aboriginal governments in North America were types of democracies
d) Land was communally owned
Which of the following was considered an important factor in determining a chief in many traditional Aboriginal societies?
a) number of children
b) personal generosity
c) amount of land owned
d) physical strength
For many Aboriginal groups, the most sacred number is
a) 1
b) 3
c) 4
d) 6
The Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) are governed through a confederacy, which is best defined as
a) a single powerful leader making all decisions
b) a democratic system where all citizens vote
c) a group of nations coming together to make decisions jointly
d) a female-led style of government
What object symbolizes the Iroquois Confederacy?
a) a feather
b) a belt
c) a wolf
d) an axe
Which of the following is not part of the traditional Aboriginal worldview?
a) Respect for oral traditions
b) A focus on individualism
c) A belief in the concept of circularity
d) Respect for the natural world
Like those of many Aboriginal groups, the Anishinaabe creation narrative describes North America as
a) Turtle Island
b) Muskrat Island
c) Loon Island
d) Eagle Island
Which of the following is not a "moral" common to Aboriginal oral narratives?
a) Mankind should be careful not to lose favor with the Creator
b) Perseverance will pay off in the end
c) Living with honor and bravery can lead to success
d) Mankind's role is to tame and control nature
Scientists do not agree on where First Nations people came from, or how they got to North America, but they do know that First Nations people are genetically related to people in parts of Asia. Scientists know that First Nations people have lived in what is now Canada for at least 12,000 years, because they have found bones and artifacts that go back that far. Many scientists now believe that some of the First Peoples may have been here for much longer than that. For a long time, scientists believed that the ancestors of all North American First Nations people crossed over on foot to North America from Asia at the end of the last ice age, about 12,000 years ago. http://firstpeoplesofcanada.com/fp_groups/fp_groups_origins.html Which statement best describes the reaction of many Aboriginal traditionalists to the theory described above?
a) they accept the theory due to the overwhelming scientific evidence
b) they accept the theory because elders in their society support its conclusions
c) they reject the theory because it fails to account for the diversity of Aboriginal societies across Canada
d) they reject the theory because it runs counter to their oral traditions
The controversial Solutrian theory argues that during the last Ice Age
a) Aboriginal people arrived in boats from Europe
b) Aboriginal people arrived in boats from Asia
c) Aboriginal people arrived in boats from Africa
d) Aboriginal people arrived in boats from South America
The common trickster in many Aboriginal oral narratives is known as
a) Wendigo
b) Wesakejack
c) Watetliko
d) Tadadaho
Which of the following is the best definition of a clan:
a) A close-knit, interrelated family group connected through matrilineal ancestry.
b) A family relationship.
c) One of the 6 cultural groups within Canada.
d) A part of Indigenous worldview.
Which of the following is not a true statement about traditional Aboriginal communities
a) their size depended on available resources
b) they often moved seasonally
c) tended to be small, except in the Great Lakes region, where farming was more common
d) They were usually isolated and rarely came in contact with other communities
When we describe traditional Aboriginal education as "holistic", we are most clearly implying that
a) it encompasses all aspects of life
b) it is not appropriate for most children
c) it involves learning survival techniques like hunting and fishing
d) it is being done primarily by elders
Fill in the blank: One of the major concepts in Unit 4 is ________ Back Politically.
Fighting Back Politically
Stepping Back Politically
Ignoring Back Politically
Withdrawing Back Politically
Fill in the blank: One of the major concepts in Unit 4 is Land ________.
Claims
Rivers
Mountains
Forests
According to the information about early political organizations, what was a deep feeling experienced due to the breaking of a 'sacred agreement' between nations?
Joy
Betrayal
Indifference
Satisfaction
According to the information about early political organizations, protests against poor treatment and failure to live up to the treaties began as early as _________?
1910-1911
1920-1921
1930-1931
1940-1941
In the 1920s, what was the name of the first organized group of Indigenous people in Canada?
Assembly of First Nations
League of Indians of Canada
Native Council of Canada
National Indian Brotherhood
Why did chiefs travel to Ottawa in the 1920s?
To celebrate a treaty
To complain to the government about conditions on reserves
To attend a cultural festival
To meet with the Prime Minister for a celebration
Fill in the blank: The government was __________ to the chiefs' complaints about conditions on reserves.
unsympathetic
enthusiastic
grateful
responsive
When was the National Indian Brotherhood created?
1957
1967
1977
1987
What was the National Indian Brotherhood the first national group to do?
Speak for Canadian government
Speak for Indigenous Peoples
Control education for all Canadians
Organize sports events
The National Indian Brotherhood argued for band control of education based on what?
Government policies
Traditions and values
Economic growth
Technology
Fill in the blank: The National Indian Brotherhood believed that if an Indian child is fully aware of the important Indian values, he will have reason to be proud of _______.
our race and of himself as an Indian
his academic achievements only
modern technology and science
the government and its policies
In 1969, which Canadian Prime Minister's government attempted to change the nature of the governance relationship?
Pierre Trudeau
Stephen Harper
Justin Trudeau
Jean Chrétien
What was the name of the document released by the Canadian government in 1969 outlining possible changes to the governance relationship?
Red Paper
Blue Paper
White Paper
Green Paper
What was the response of the National Indian Brotherhood to the proposed changes by the government called?
The Blue Paper
The Red Paper
The Green Paper
The White Paper
Why was the response to the government policy significant for Aboriginal groups in Canada?
It was one of the first times that Aboriginal groups in Canada spoke effectively as one against a government policy that affected them.
It led to immediate changes in government leadership.
It resulted in the creation of new provinces.
It was the first time Aboriginal groups received financial compensation from the government.
The image suggests that Aboriginal groups during the response to the government policy were:
Highly unified and well-organized
Disorganized and divided
Unaware of the policy
Supportive of the government policy
In what year was the Assembly of First Nations created?
1982
1975
1990
1969
What does the Assembly of First Nations represent?
All Indigenous peoples in Canada
Only status/treaty First Nations
Only Métis peoples
Only Inuit peoples
What is the goal of the Assembly of First Nations?
To protect and advance the aboriginal and treaty rights and interests of First Nations in Canada, including health, education, culture and language.
To represent the interests of provincial governments in Canada.
To promote international trade agreements for Canada.
To oversee the Canadian judicial system.
Which organization is represented by the following logo?
Native Women's Association of Canada
Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Governments
Assembly of First Nations
Why is it often difficult for Indigenous leaders to work for change within the political system of Canada?
Lack of education
Lack of voter turnout among Indigenous people
Too many candidates
Lack of funding
How many Indigenous Members of Parliament were elected in the 2021 election, and what percentage did they represent?
11 Indigenous Members of Parliament (3.3%)
8 Indigenous Members of Parliament (2.1%)
15 Indigenous Members of Parliament (4.5%)
5 Indigenous Members of Parliament (1.2%)
According to the passage 'The Value of Land', what has often been lost in modern Western society?
The connection to land
The value of money
The importance of family
The use of technology
For Indigenous communities, besides economic value, land has a ________ value as a site of ceremonies and connection to traditions.
Cultural/Spiritual
Recreational
Technological
Political
For Indigenous communities, besides economic value, land has a ________ value as a gathering place for their kin.
Social
Chemical
Mechanical
Digital
For Indigenous communities, besides economic value, land has a ________ value tied to their political traditions.
Political
Recreational
Aesthetic
Nutritional
A land claim is:
A request for ownership of a piece of land
A type of animal habitat
A method of farming
A weather phenomenon
Many Indigenous groups argue that the government has failed to honour its many promises regarding land.
True
False
Fill in the blank: Indigenous groups have pressed the government to recognize their rights and to ______ their lands.
(re)claim
ignore
sell
destroy
According to the passage 'History of Land Claims', in what year did the Nisga'a First Nation in BC make Canada’s first land claim?
1867
1913
1967
1999
According to the passage 'History of Land Claims', what was the name of the court case started by the Nisga'a in 1967, claiming they had a legal right to their traditional territory?
Calder Case
Brown v. Board
Marshall Case
Sparrow Case
According to the passage 'History of Land Claims', the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the Nisga'a (and all tribes) had title (a right) to any land not legally ________ away.
signed
given
taken
sold
What did the Calder Case force the government to begin doing for the first time?
Seriously negotiating land claims.
Granting citizenship to all Indigenous peoples.
Establishing new provinces in Canada.
Abolishing the Indian Act.
