First Nations- Population Flashcards
How long ago was the Land Bridge Theory?
15 000 years ago.
What does it mean to be nomadic?
Move around following food changing their dwelling location.
Which Aboriginal groups had a nomadic lifestyle?
Inuit and Algonquin
Why were some First Nations groups nomadic?
- They were unable to grow crops due to infertile soil
- Cold harsh climate
- They followed migrating animals
What type of dwelling do nomadic groups live in? (two groups)
Inuit: igloos, hide tents
Algonquin: wigwams
Describe everything on the Iroquois, Algonquin and inuit
MISS PANC PINA
What were the causes of European exploration during the Renaissance?
- Find a new route to China
- Luxury Items
- Power/Prestige
- Spread Christianity
Name some technological items that helped exploration
Astrolabes, compasses, caravels (ships) and maps
Who was the first european to enter the St Lawrence?
Jacques Cartier
What were the reasons for Cartiers voyages?
- Find a route to China
- Bring gold and riches
- Claim land for the king
When was Cartiers first voyage and what did he accomplish?
1534 and he met Natives, claimed land for the king and discovered ressources
Where was Cartiers second voyage and what did he accomplish?
St Lawrence River and he got some Natives to return to France and got survival tips from the Natives for winter
Was his third voyage an accomplishment or failure? Why?
Failure because he didn’t set up a colony, had conflicts with Natives, nothing was discovered and France was preoccupied with the war in Europe
What are some other names for Samuel de Champlain?
Father of New France
First governor
What did Champlain accomplish?
- L’Habitation: First permanent settlement
- Ressources: He initiated the fur trade
- Exploration: Fur trade sources expanded the territory of New France
