Indigenous Genocide
What disease brought by Europeans caused widespread death among Native Americans?
Smallpox was a disease brought by Europeans that killed many Native Americans.
What is the stage of genocide, where groups are separated based on differences?
This is the fifth stage of genocide (polarization), where people are divided into groups based on race, religion, or ethnicity.
Which country started a Truth and Reconciliation process to help repair relationships with Indigenous people?
Canada started the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to help repair relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Which system forced Indigenous people to work for Spanish settlers?
The Encomienda System forced Indigenous people to work for Spanish settlers in harsh conditions.
What happens during the “Dehumanization” stage of genocide?
In this stage, Indigenous people were portrayed as “savages” or “heathens” by Europeans.
What does "land restitution" mean in reconciliation with Indigenous peoples?
Land restitution means returning land to Indigenous people that was taken from them.
What was one of the ways Europeans caused the death of Indigenous people besides violence?
diseases like smallpox and influenza wiped out large portions of the Indigenous population.
In the “Polarization” stage, what is the purpose of separating groups and creating conflict?
The goal of polarization is to create conflict by separating groups and making it easier for one to harm the other.
How can governments help preserve Indigenous languages and cultures?
Governments can help preserve Indigenous languages and cultures by supporting language revitalization programs and cultural practices.