Canada's First Nations: An Economic View Quiz!
A quiz about the economic history of First Nations people in Saskatchewan.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Historically, Metis people depended upon which of the following to create economic wealth?
- A.
The fur trade
- B.
The Buffalo Hunt
- C.
Basket weaving
- D.
All of the above
- E.
Both A and B
Correct Answer
E. Both A and BExplanation
The Metis people historically depended on both the fur trade and the Buffalo Hunt to create economic wealth. The fur trade involved trapping and trading fur with European settlers, while the Buffalo Hunt provided them with food, clothing, and other resources. These activities were essential to the Metis economy and played a significant role in their livelihood and survival. Basket weaving, although a traditional skill, was not a primary source of economic wealth for the Metis people.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The only rule of the buffalo hunt was "kill as many as you can" and there was no person or group in charge of the hunt.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
A provisional government was created for each Buffalo Hunt in order to enforce the Law of the Hunt.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The "Road Allowance People" lived:
- A.
On farms
- B.
Beside the roads on public land
- C.
Along the public-roads in big farms
Correct Answer
B. Beside the roads on public landExplanation
The "Road Allowance People" lived beside the roads on public land. This means that they settled or resided next to the roads that were built on public land. They did not live on farms or on big farms along the public roads, but rather chose to live in close proximity to the roads that were situated on public land.Rate this question:
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- 4.
First Nations and Metis people of Saskatchewan have moved from a traditional economy to a:
Correct Answer
market economy
free market economy
mixed economy
market
free marketExplanation
The First Nations and Metis people of Saskatchewan have transitioned from a traditional economy to a mixed economy. This means that they now have a combination of both market-based economic activities and traditional practices. This transition allows for a more diverse and inclusive economy, where individuals have the opportunity to engage in both market transactions and maintain their cultural practices.Rate this question:
- 5.
The history of "scrip" is:
- A.
It was provided to Metis people as a means of obtaining farm land
- B.
Surveyors purchased much of the scrip issued at a fair price
- C.
It was provided to Metis people and could be used exactly as money
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
A. It was provided to Metis people as a means of obtaining farm landExplanation
The correct answer is "it was provided to Metis people as a means of obtaining farm land." This means that the scrip was given to the Metis people specifically to help them acquire farmland.Rate this question:
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