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We Were Children Quiz

An artistic representation of Indigenous children in a historical context, with elements symbolizing culture, identity, and the impact of residential schools, in a somber yet respectful tone.

We Were Children Quiz

Test your knowledge about the impactful film "We Were Children" and the history of residential schools. This quiz consists of multiple-choice questions and a reflective text question to help deepen your understanding of the subject.

Learn about the experiences of Indigenous children.
Reflect on the themes of culture, language, and identity.
Engage with historical facts and figures presented in the film.

11 Questions3 MinutesCreated by ReflectingHeart312

What did Lyna's mother put in her daughter's hair at the beginning of the movie?

A daisy

A headband

A ribbon

A clip

What did Lyna's mother tell her before she was taken away to the residential school?

To never forget her culture

To disobey anything they say

To behave and listen

That they would rescue her and take her back home

What did the nuns do to the children when they arrived at the residential schools for the first time?

They fed them

They taught them English

They bathed them

They cut their hair

In the residential schools, children were distinguished from one another through their names.

True

False

Children were allowed to speak English, French, and their native language.

True

False

What happened when Indigenous children spoke their native language?

Nothing

They would get sent to detention

They would be asked politely not to do so

They would face cruel punishments such as being whipped

What did the nuns give the students to ensure that they spoke English?

Tokens

Candy

Toys

Bonus Marks

The staff in the residential schools hoped to assimilate the Indigenous children.

True

False

What happened to Glen when he asked to go home?

They locked him in a cell in a basement

They brought him home

They told him he can only visit them in three days

They whipped him

After seeing the film “We Were Children”, how do you feel about what went on in Residential Schools?

While at the residential schools, many children faced sexual and physical abuse.

True

False

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