FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!
Quiz about The Northwest Rebellion of 1885
Quiz about The Northwest Rebellion of 1885

The Northwest Rebellion of 1885 Quiz


The Northwest Rebellion was the battle for recognition by the Métis people in Canada. It was a pivotal event in the development of Western Canada.

A multiple-choice quiz by reedy. Estimated time: 7 mins.
  1. Home
  2. »
  3. Quizzes
  4. »
  5. History Trivia
  6. »
  7. Canadian

Author
reedy
Time
7 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
118,571
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Difficult
Avg Score
5 / 10
Plays
1480
- -
Question 1 of 10
1. Following Manitoba's entrance into Confederation in 1870, the Métis population soon began to be outnumbered by the influx of white settlers from the east. Facing ostracism, many Métis began to move further west. The bulk of them settled in and near this village. What was its name? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In the early 1880's, the Canadian government once again sent surveyors west to prepare for increased settlement. And, once again, the Métis began to fear for their way of life. The Métis leadership decided on a course of action. Who was the leader of the Métis at the time? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Having decided on a course of resistance against the Canadian incursions, the Métis leader sent a delegation to ask Louis Riel to join them. They wanted Riel to be the voice of the Métis in talks with the Canadian government. Where did they have to go to find him? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. The Canadian government ignored the Métis' concerns and demands, and on March 19th Riel and the Métis formed the Provisional Government of Saskatchewan. They followed this up by demanding that the North-West Mounted Police surrender this fort to them. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. The first skirmish of the conflict occurred on March 26th at the store at Duck Lake. The Métis force was going to appropriate blankets and supplies from the depot and inadvertently encountered the North-West Mounted Police at the location. Talks were attempted, but a struggle for a gun ensued. The skirmish ended with the Métis being routed.


Question 6 of 10
6. Following the events of Duck Lake, the Canadian government mobilized a number of militia units, forming the Northwest Field Force. Within two weeks, three columns were in motion, heading to the region. At the same time as the Métis began their resistance, the Natives in the area were also having problems with the government and Treaty No. 6. After hearing of Duck Lake, they thought to use the unrest to their advantage. On March 30th, Chief Poundmaker of the Cree held Fort Battleford under siege. What was Chief Poundmaker's native name? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Another native band, led by Chief Big Bear, also became involved in the conflict. The difference with this band was that a splinter group led by Chief Big Bear's son Ayimisis and the band's war chief Kapapamahchakwew (Wandering Spirit) engaged in conflicts without Chief Big Bear's support. Which of the following skirmishes did NOT involve this group of warriors? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Lieutenant-Colonel William Otter led one of the columns (approximately 350 men) against Chief Poundmaker's forces at Fort Battleford. When they arrived there, however, they found that Poundmaker's force had relocated elsewhere. Otter elected to follow the natives and attack them in the early hours of the morning, hoping to catch them off guard. Expecting a small force numbering no more than 200 men, Otter attacked at Cut Knife Hill. Unexpectedly, Poundmaker's numbers were somewhat higher. Approximately how large was Chief Poundmaker's force? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. The column led by Lieutenant-General Middleton weathered an ambush by Dumont's Métis on the 24th of April, and continued to advance until broaching the Métis stronghold of Batoche. The Battle of Batoche lasted three days beginning on May 9th and ending on May 12th. Louis Riel was captured at the conclusion of the battle.


Question 10 of 10
10. On July 6th, Louis Riel was formally charged with High Treason. His trial lasted from July 20th to August 1st, after which he was sentenced to hang. A number of appeals were attempted, to no avail. On this date, Louis Riel was hanged. Hint



(Optional) Create a Free FunTrivia ID to save the points you are about to earn:

arrow Select a User ID:
arrow Choose a Password:
arrow Your Email:




Most Recent Scores
Mar 26 2024 : Guest 207: 7/10
Feb 22 2024 : Guest 24: 7/10

Score Distribution

quiz
Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Following Manitoba's entrance into Confederation in 1870, the Métis population soon began to be outnumbered by the influx of white settlers from the east. Facing ostracism, many Métis began to move further west. The bulk of them settled in and near this village. What was its name?

Answer: Batoche

Batoche was situated directly on the trade route between Winnipeg and Edmonton - the Carlton Trail, which went right through the settlement. The Métis hoped to take advantage of this, expecting that the railway under construction would follow the same route.
2. In the early 1880's, the Canadian government once again sent surveyors west to prepare for increased settlement. And, once again, the Métis began to fear for their way of life. The Métis leadership decided on a course of action. Who was the leader of the Métis at the time?

Answer: Gabriel Dumont

Gabriel Dumont was born in the Red River area in 1837. Although unable to read and write, Dumont's ability with languages made him a good leader. He was able to speak six different languages.
3. Having decided on a course of resistance against the Canadian incursions, the Métis leader sent a delegation to ask Louis Riel to join them. They wanted Riel to be the voice of the Métis in talks with the Canadian government. Where did they have to go to find him?

Answer: Montana

Riel had been teaching at a Jesuit Mission, St. Peter's, in Montana. After successfully achieving recognition for Métis rights at the Red River Settlement and the forming of Canada's fifth province (Manitoba), Riel still went into exile, fearing reprisals for his actions.
4. The Canadian government ignored the Métis' concerns and demands, and on March 19th Riel and the Métis formed the Provisional Government of Saskatchewan. They followed this up by demanding that the North-West Mounted Police surrender this fort to them.

Answer: Fort Carlton

On March 27th, the North-West Mounted Police abandoned Fort Carlton, 'accidently' burning it as they left, and retreated to Prince Albert.
5. The first skirmish of the conflict occurred on March 26th at the store at Duck Lake. The Métis force was going to appropriate blankets and supplies from the depot and inadvertently encountered the North-West Mounted Police at the location. Talks were attempted, but a struggle for a gun ensued. The skirmish ended with the Métis being routed.

Answer: False

The North-West Mounted Police, under the command of Superintendent L.F. Crozier, were routed by the Métis. Casualties were as follows: Métis dead - 5; NWMP dead - 12.
6. Following the events of Duck Lake, the Canadian government mobilized a number of militia units, forming the Northwest Field Force. Within two weeks, three columns were in motion, heading to the region. At the same time as the Métis began their resistance, the Natives in the area were also having problems with the government and Treaty No. 6. After hearing of Duck Lake, they thought to use the unrest to their advantage. On March 30th, Chief Poundmaker of the Cree held Fort Battleford under siege. What was Chief Poundmaker's native name?

Answer: Pitikwahanapiwiyin

Pitikwahanapiwiyin was born ca. 1842 near Battleford. His father was Sikakwayan, and Isapo-Muxika was a Blackfoot Indian Chief who adopted him after one of his own sons had died, following a Plains Indian custom. Mistahimaskwa was Chief Big Bear, another native chieftan involved in the conflict.
7. Another native band, led by Chief Big Bear, also became involved in the conflict. The difference with this band was that a splinter group led by Chief Big Bear's son Ayimisis and the band's war chief Kapapamahchakwew (Wandering Spirit) engaged in conflicts without Chief Big Bear's support. Which of the following skirmishes did NOT involve this group of warriors?

Answer: Battle of Fish Creek

The Battle of Fish Creek was a Métis ambush of the column led by Major-General Frederick Middleton. Although Chief Big Bear was not involved in any of the fighting in the other three conflicts, he showed himself a true leader by taking the responsibility for the actions of his men, surrendering at Fort Carlton on July 2nd.
8. Lieutenant-Colonel William Otter led one of the columns (approximately 350 men) against Chief Poundmaker's forces at Fort Battleford. When they arrived there, however, they found that Poundmaker's force had relocated elsewhere. Otter elected to follow the natives and attack them in the early hours of the morning, hoping to catch them off guard. Expecting a small force numbering no more than 200 men, Otter attacked at Cut Knife Hill. Unexpectedly, Poundmaker's numbers were somewhat higher. Approximately how large was Chief Poundmaker's force?

Answer: 500

While having the element of surprise, Lieutenant-Colonel Otter soon found the resistance offered by Chief Poundmaker to be equal to the task. The skirmish was broken off after six hours of fighting, with both sides electing to withdraw.
9. The column led by Lieutenant-General Middleton weathered an ambush by Dumont's Métis on the 24th of April, and continued to advance until broaching the Métis stronghold of Batoche. The Battle of Batoche lasted three days beginning on May 9th and ending on May 12th. Louis Riel was captured at the conclusion of the battle.

Answer: False

Louis Riel escaped the conflict, but surrendered three days later on May 15th. He was taken by the 90th Battalion of Winnipeg Rifles to Regina to stand trial for his part in the conflict.
10. On July 6th, Louis Riel was formally charged with High Treason. His trial lasted from July 20th to August 1st, after which he was sentenced to hang. A number of appeals were attempted, to no avail. On this date, Louis Riel was hanged.

Answer: November 16th, 1885

Riel was sentenced to be hanged on September 18th, but the appeal process delayed the carrying out of the sentence until November 16th. Other men that were sentenced to hang because of their roles in the conflict included Kapapamahchakwew (Wandering Spirit), Itka, Man Without Blood, and five other natives involved in the Frog Lake Massacre.
Source: Author reedy

This quiz was reviewed by FunTrivia editor bloomsby before going online.
Any errors found in FunTrivia content are routinely corrected through our feedback system.
Related Quizzes
This quiz is part of series reedy's Canada:

A collection of my quizzes that touch on various parts of Canadian culture, geography, and history.

  1. The Riddle of the Lynx Average
  2. Castor Canadensis Average
  3. By Sea, Land, and Air We Prosper Easier
  4. Our True North Celebrities Easier
  5. From the Wilds of Canada Average
  6. Canadian Comedians Very Easy
  7. Lakes of Canada Tough
  8. Rivers of Canada Average
  9. Canadian Postal Codes Average
  10. So You Like Vacations? Average
  11. Canadian Heights Average
  12. Captioned Canadian Capitals Average

3/28/2024, Copyright 2024 FunTrivia, Inc. - Report an Error / Contact Us