35 Questions
What is the purpose of Abeedaussimoh's speech?
To recite the history of the Anishinaubae peoples
What was Tecumseh's reason for being unable to attend the gathering?
He was called to drive out the Long Knives from Indian land in southern Ohio
Who opened the meeting with a brief welcoming speech?
Old Aissance
What did Abeedaussimoh use to recite the history of the Anishinaubae peoples?
A Wampum Belt
What did Tecumseh do in southern Ohio?
Drove out Long Knives encroaching on Indian land
What is the significance of the two figures of canoes with masts fore and aft worked into the Wampum Belt?
They represent the arrival of a ship and its crew three hundred years ago
Who was unable to attend due to being called to southern Ohio?
Tecumseh
What was Old Aissance's role at the meeting?
To welcome the gathering with a speech
What did Abeedaussimoh hold while reciting the history of their people?
A Wampum Belt
Where was Tecumseh called to drive out the Long Knives?
Southern Ohio
What was the purpose of Jacques Cartier's expedition?
To find a northern passage from Europe to Asia
How did the indigenous people of the Land of the Great Turtle initially react to the arrival of the bearded White men?
They considered it a fulfillment of a prophecy
What caused panic among the indigenous people when they were aboard the vessel?
The firing of a gun by one of the crew members
Why did Donnacona finally agree to let his two sons accompany Cartier's expedition?
To experience the civilization and culture of France
What did the erection of a cross by Cartier symbolize to the indigenous people?
A mark of death and sacrilege
What led to the friction between Cartier and Donnacona?
The coolness of Donnacona's message towards Cartier
What did Cartier do when advised by the Indians not to risk going back at a certain time of the year?
He decided to wait until spring before returning to France
What was the reaction of the indigenous people when they saw Cartier and his men constructing a fort?
They were horrified and feared for their own safety
Why were Parisé and Lebrun eager to go hunting with the indigenous people?
They wanted to escape from their regimented living under Cartier
Why did the Stadacona chief want an armed escort for the round trip?
To protect against marauding Mohawks seeking revenge for a raid conducted by Adirondack warriors.
What did the Odauwau demand as toll payment from the advance party?
Caribou pelts
How did the Odauwau react when they saw the shaggy-faced White men?
They were more interested in the shaggy-faced White men than the caribou pelts.
Why did Parisé slap the boy's hand away?
He thought the boy was about to pull his beard.
What did Pitchinaessih propose to do with Parisé?
To adopt him as his son and take care of him.
Why did Cartier change his mind and let Parisé and Lebrun go with the Stadacona chief?
Due to the intimidating glare and growl from the Stadacona chief.
What was the reason behind wanting an armed escort according to the Stadacona chief?
Fear of meeting marauding Mohawks out for revenge.
What was significant about Parisé slapping the boy's hand away?
It led to a conflict with the boy's father and surrounding warriors.
What was the Anishinaubae chief's response to the protest of the Stadacona advance party chief?
He suggested that they could go further inland for corn or return to their village.
Why did the Anishinaubae chief suggest that the advance party chief should leave?
To prevent him from interfering with the adoption process.
What was the reaction of Parisé and Lebrun when they realized what was taking place?
They immediately tried to escape and fight back.
How did Cartier react when he learned about the fate of Parisé and Lebrun?
He cursed, yelled, clenched his fists, and kicked a sawhorse.
What did the Anishinaubae chief do with the satchels belonging to Parisé and Lebrun?
He pitched them on shore just before the Stadacona advance party left.
Why did the Stadacona advance party chief feel powerless in the situation?
He was outnumbered and could not defy the Anishinaubae custom of adoptions.
What action did the Anishinaubae chief take after adopting Parisé?
He adopted another young man as his son and gave him to a young widow.
What was Cartier's emotional state when he learned about the fate of Parisé and Lebrun?
Frustrated and angry
Study Notes
The Gathering of Anishinaubae Peoples
- Abeedaussimoh's speech was to recite the history of the Anishinaubae peoples.
- Tecumseh was unable to attend the gathering due to being called to southern Ohio.
- Old Aissance opened the meeting with a brief welcoming speech.
Abeedaussimoh's Speech
- Abeedaussimoh used a Wampum Belt to recite the history of the Anishinaubae peoples.
- The Wampum Belt featured two figures of canoes with masts fore and aft, symbolizing the Anishinaubae's connection to the water.
Tecumseh in Southern Ohio
- Tecumseh was driving out the Long Knives in southern Ohio.
Jacques Cartier's Expedition
- The purpose of Cartier's expedition was to explore the Land of the Great Turtle.
- The indigenous people initially reacted to the arrival of the bearded White men with caution.
- The construction of a cross by Cartier symbolized the claim of the land for France.
- Donnacona finally agreed to let his two sons accompany Cartier's expedition after being reassured.
Friction between Cartier and Donnacona
- The friction between Cartier and Donnacona was due to the misunderstanding of the cross's significance.
- Cartier ignored the Indians' advice not to risk going back at a certain time of the year.
The Stadacona Chief and Cartier
- The Stadacona chief wanted an armed escort for the round trip due to the presence of the Odauwau.
- The Odauwau demanded toll payment from the advance party.
Parisé and Lebrun's Encounter
- Parisé and Lebrun were eager to go hunting with the indigenous people.
- The Odauwau reacted with hostility when they saw the shaggy-faced White men.
- Parisé slapped the boy's hand away, causing tension.
- Pitchinaessih proposed to take Parisé as a captive.
- Cartier changed his mind and let Parisé and Lebrun go with the Stadacona chief.
The Fate of Parisé and Lebrun
- The Anishinaubae chief adopted Parisé, and Parisé and Lebrun were separated from the group.
- Cartier reacted with distress when he learned about the fate of Parisé and Lebrun.
- The Anishinaubae chief took the satchels belonging to Parisé and Lebrun.
- The Stadacona advance party chief felt powerless in the situation.
- The Anishinaubae chief took action after adopting Parisé, causing Cartier's emotional state to deteriorate.
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