The Haida

The Haida Nation is located in what region of Canada?

• The Arctic

• The Plains

• The Canadian Shield

• The Cordillera

Why did the Haida population decrease from 2500 to 600 people?

• The Europeans brought new diseases.

• There was a flood.

• There was a hurricane.

• There was a war between them and another tribe.

What was taken from Haida Gwaii?

• totem poles

• human remains

• ceremonial headdresses

• A, B, and C

Haida Gwaii is located in an archipelago. What is an archipelago?

• a mountain

• a group of islands

• a desert

• a river

What 2 animals are on the Haida Nation flag?

• whale and salmon

• elk and moose

• eagle and raven

• bear and owl

What is a potlatch?

• a special ceremony held by the Northwest Indigenous people

• a supper where everyone brings one dish

• a birthday party

• a sleepover

Why were potlatches banned by the Canadian Federal Government from 1884-1951?

• They were mad that they never got invited.

• There weren't enough people to have the celebration.

• There wasn't enough money to pay for the celebrations.

• They were trying to eliminate Indigenous culture.

What does the word "potlatch" mean?

• to celebrate

• to live

• to give

• to eat

One example of gift that would have been given at a Potlatch in the 1800's is ...

• a dresser

• a canoe

• a laundry basket

• a t-shirt

One example of a gift that would be given at a Potlatch today is ...

• animal hides

• copper

• Hudson Bay blanket

• flour, sugar, and coffee