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1
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What are the names of three of Canada’s first nations?

A

Cree, Haudenosaunee, and Mi’kmaq.

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True or False: The Cree nation is primarily located in the western provinces of Canada.

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True.

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3
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Fill in the blank: The Haudenosaunee are also known as the _____ Confederacy.

A

Iroquois.

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4
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What is the primary language family of the Mi’kmaq people?

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Algonquian.

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5
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Which first nation is known for its longhouses?

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Haudenosaunee.

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6
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional territory of the Cree?

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Northern Quebec.

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7
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True or False: The Mi’kmaq have a significant presence in the Atlantic provinces.

A

True.

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8
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What is the traditional governance system of the Haudenosaunee called?

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The Great Law of Peace.

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9
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Fill in the blank: The Cree people traditionally relied heavily on _____ for sustenance.

A

hunting and fishing.

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10
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Short Answer: What is the significance of the Two Row Wampum to the Haudenosaunee?

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It represents the agreement between the Haudenosaunee and European settlers for mutual respect and coexistence.

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11
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Multiple Choice: Which of these is a traditional Cree art form?

A

Beadwork.

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12
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True or False: The Mi’kmaq language is still widely spoken today.

A

True.

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13
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What is the seasonal cycle that the Cree traditionally followed?

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The cycle of hunting, fishing, and gathering.

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14
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Fill in the blank: The Haudenosaunee Confederacy consists of _____ nations.

A

six.

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15
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Short Answer: Name one major historical event that affected the Mi’kmaq.

A

The signing of the Peace and Friendship Treaties.

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16
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Multiple Choice: What is a common food source for the Cree?

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Wild game.

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17
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True or False: The Haudenosaunee were known for their agricultural practices.

A

True.

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18
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What does the term ‘First Nations’ refer to in Canada?

A

Indigenous peoples recognized as the original inhabitants of Canada.

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Fill in the blank: The Cree people are known for their _____ traditions.

A

oral.

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20
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Short Answer: What role do elders play in First Nations communities?

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Elders provide guidance, wisdom, and cultural teachings.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional Mi’kmaq craft?

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Basket weaving.

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22
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True or False: The Cree have a matrilineal society.

A

False.

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23
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What is the historical significance of the Great Law of Peace?

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It established a framework for governance among the Haudenosaunee nations.

24
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Fill in the blank: The Mi’kmaq are primarily located in _____ Canada.

A

Eastern.

25
Q

Short Answer: What is one common belief in Cree spirituality?

A

The interconnectedness of all living things.

26
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Multiple Choice: How do the Haudenosaunee refer to themselves?

A

People of the Longhouse.

27
Q

True or False: The Cree language has multiple dialects.

A

True.

28
Q

What is a key characteristic of Mi’kmaq governance?

A

Consensus decision-making.

29
Q

Fill in the blank: The Haudenosaunee play a significant role in _____ governance.

A

environmental.

30
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Short Answer: What is one traditional Cree ceremony?

A

The Sun Dance.

31
Q

Multiple Choice: Which animal is sacred to the Cree?

A

The bear.

32
Q

True or False: The Mi’kmaq have a history of fishing and trading.

A

True.

33
Q

What are the traditional colors of the Haudenosaunee flag?

A

Red, white, and black.

34
Q

Fill in the blank: The Cree often use _____ in their traditional healing practices.

A

plants.

35
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Short Answer: What is the role of women in Haudenosaunee society?

A

Women hold significant power, including the selection of chiefs.

36
Q

Multiple Choice: What is a popular Mi’kmaq festival?

A

Mi’kmaq Heritage Day.

37
Q

True or False: The Cree have a matrilineal system of inheritance.

A

False.

38
Q

What is the significance of the wampum belts to the Haudenosaunee?

A

They are used to represent agreements and treaties.

39
Q

Fill in the blank: The Mi’kmaq traditionally used _____ for transportation.

A

canoes.

40
Q

Short Answer: What is the Cree term for the spirit world?

A

Kisik.

41
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common Cree hunting method?

A

Trapping.

42
Q

True or False: The Haudenosaunee have a strong tradition of storytelling.

A

True.

43
Q

What is the primary focus of Mi’kmaq education?

A

Cultural preservation and language revitalization.

44
Q

Fill in the blank: The Cree have a deep connection to _____ and land.

A

nature.

45
Q

Short Answer: Name one challenge faced by the Mi’kmaq today.

A

Land rights issues.

46
Q

Multiple Choice: What is a traditional practice of the Haudenosaunee?

A

Corn planting.

47
Q

True or False: The Cree are known for their intricate beadwork.

A

True.

48
Q

What is the traditional Mi’kmaq belief about the creator?

A

The creator is known as Kji-Niskam.

49
Q

Fill in the blank: The Haudenosaunee Confederacy was formed to promote _____ among its nations.

A

peace.

50
Q

Short Answer: What is the role of the Grand Council in Haudenosaunee governance?

A

It makes decisions for the Confederacy as a whole.

51
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional Cree ceremony?

A

The Powwow.

52
Q

True or False: The Mi’kmaq traditionally practiced agriculture.

A

True.

53
Q

What is the significance of the Medicine Wheel in Cree culture?

A

It symbolizes the interconnectedness of life and the four directions.

54
Q

Fill in the blank: The Haudenosaunee are known for their _____ governance structure.

A

democratic.

55
Q

Short Answer: What is a common theme in Mi’kmaq storytelling?

A

The importance of nature and respect for the environment.

56
Q

Multiple Choice: Which animal is significant in Cree spirituality?

A

The eagle.

57
Q

True or False: The Haudenosaunee have a matrilineal society.

A

True.

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