Red River Resistance 1869-1870
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Which of the following was the main cause of the Red River Resistance?

  • Disagreements over fishing rights.
  • The Canadian government's plan to take control of the Red River area, disregarding the rights of the people already living there. (correct)
  • A dispute over fur trading routes.
  • A disagreement over religious practices.

    • Louis Riel was a prominent figure in the Red River Resistance.

    True (A)

    What year did the Red River Resistance take place?

    1869-1870

    What was one of the major concerns of the Métis people regarding Canadian expansion?

    <p>That they would lose their land and be forced to assimilate into Canadian culture. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Canadian government sent a __________ team to measure land in the Red River area, causing unrest and leading to the formation of the Provisional Government.

    <p>survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Manitoba Act of 1870 was a direct result of the Red River Resistance and did not recognize Métis rights.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures or terms with their description:

    <p>Louis Riel = Métis leader and central figure in the Red River Resistance Red River Resistance = Conflict between the Métis, Indigenous people and the Canadian government, from 1869-1870 Manitoba Act = Created the province of Manitoba and recognized Métis rights Provisional Government = Formed in response to the Canadian government to negotiate rights for the people of the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the settlement where the Red River Resistance took place?

    <p>Red River Settlement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    What was the Red River Resistance?

    A conflict in 1869-1870 between the Métis, Indigenous groups, and the Canadian government over control of the Red River area.

    Who was Louis Riel?

    A Métis leader, politician, and key figure in the Red River Resistance, born in St. Boniface.

    What triggered the Red River Resistance?

    The Canadian government's plan to expand west, including taking control of the Red River Settlement, without consulting the Métis and others.

    Why were the Métis concerned about Canadian expansion?

    The Métis and settlers feared losing their land and were worried about being forced to change their language, culture, and traditions.

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    What was the 'Surveying of Land' event?

    The Canadian government's action of sending a survey team to measure land without consulting the local people.

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    What was the 'Provisional Government'?

    A temporary government formed by Louis Riel in 1869 to negotiate with Canada for the rights of the Red River people.

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    What was the 'Battle of Red River'?

    The event where the Métis defended their interests against the Canadian government, but without major violence.

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    What was the 'Manitoba Act'?

    The agreement that led to the creation of the province of Manitoba and recognized the rights of the Métis, resulting from successful negotiations.

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    Study Notes

    Red River Resistance (1869-1870)

    • Occurred in present-day Manitoba
    • Conflict between Métis, Indigenous groups, and the newly formed Canadian government
    • Concerns over the Canadian government's plan to control the Red River area without respecting existing rights
    • Louis Riel (1844-1885) was a key figure, a Métis leader, politician, central to the resistance
    • Riel born in St. Boniface, Manitoba, became prominent in the fight for Métis rights
    • Riel led to protect Métis culture, land rights, and way of life

    Causes of the Resistance

    • Canadian expansion to the West, including taking control of Red River Settlement
    • Land rights issues: The Canadian government failed to consult the Métis, Indigenous peoples, and settlers about land rights
    • Fear of Assimilation: Concern that settlers would have to change their language, culture, and traditions to become part of Canada

    Events of the Resistance

    • Surveying of Land (1869): Canadian government survey team upset the Métis, who feared land loss
    • Formation of a Provisional Government (November 1869): Louis Riel formed a government to negotiate with Canada on behalf of the people
    • The Battle of Red River (1870): Resistance escalated but violence wasn't widespread
    • Negotiations & The Manitoba Act (1870): Successful negotiations led to the Manitoba Act, creating the province of Manitoba, recognizing Métis rights

    Significance of the Resistance

    • Turning point in Canadian history, significant for Métis and Indigenous peoples
    • Led to the creation of Manitoba and the first significant step towards western Canadian expansion
    • Louis Riel's leadership highlighted the importance of protecting minority rights in Canada

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    Explore the Red River Resistance, a pivotal conflict between the Métis and the Canadian government in Manitoba. This quiz covers the causes, key events, and significant figures, particularly Louis Riel, who played a crucial role in defending Métis rights and culture. Test your knowledge on this important chapter of Canadian history.

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