First Nations
Cultural Practices
Geographical Regions
Métis Identity
Definitions
100

 What is the name of the group that is not considered a First Nation?

The Inuit.

100

Describe the cultural significance of the buffalo for the Métis.

The buffalo is crucial for their survival, used for food, clothing, and materials.

100

 Where are the Inuit primarily located?

The Arctic region.

100

 What is the heritage of the Métis?

Mixed Indigenous and European heritage.

100

What is a group of nations forming a government called

What is a confederacy?

200

Which First Nation is not part of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy?

The Ojibway

200

What symbolizes agreements made by the Haudenosaunee?

The Tree of Peace.

200

What is one reason why First Nations have conflicts over territory?

Competition over resources.

200

Name one traditional clothing item made by the Métis.

Clothing made from buffalo hides.

200

What does the Tree of Peace symbolize

It symbolizes agreements made by the Haudenosaunee

300

Which group is identified as not being a First Nation?

Who are the Inuit?

300

How did the Métis use buffalo hides?

 For clothing

300

What transportation methods are used by Indigenous peoples in summer?

Canoes and horses.

300

What types of dances do the Métis participate in?


 Cultural dances such as  the Red River Jig

300

What narrative about the world's creation is shared by elders?

What is a creation story?

400

Name one animal that is important for the Métis' survival.

 

The buffalo.

400

 Name one cultural practice of the Métis

Participating in cultural dances.

400

In winter, what method of transportation did Indigenous people use

What are dog sleds and snowshoes?

400

What skills are important for the Métis culture?

Skills related to hunting, trapping, and fishing.

400

What symbolizes agreements made by the Haudenosaunee?

What is the Tree of Peace?

500

Who are the clan mothers and what is their responsibility?

They are responsible for choosing chiefs in the Haudenosaunee First Nations.

500

What are Mourning Wars?
 

Conflicts among First Nations over territory and resources.

500

Which First Nation is noted as not part of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy?

The Ojibway

500

In Métis culture, who are the two central figures that reflect the blend of Indigenous and Christian beliefs

Who are the Creator and God?

500

Who is responsible for choosing chiefs in the Haudenosaunee First Nations?

Who are the clan mothers?