Kanada ühiskond ja kultuur/Society and Culture of Canada
of descent from two different major ethnic groups. Contemporary usage of Métis is also different from its
historical meaning. At Red River in the 19th century there were two prominent communities of mixed-descent
people. In addition to a sizeable French-speaking and nominally Catholic Métis population, there was a large
group of English-speaking "Half-breeds" who were mainly Anglican agriculturists. While these interrelated
communities were considered to be somewhat distinct constituencies -- the derogatory nature of the term "Half-
breed" has caused it to fall largely into disuse. Thus, the contemporary meaning of "Métis" typically includes
people of both French- and English-speaking heritage.
5. In which of the present provinces did the "classic" Métis culture develop? Who was the most famous leader
of the Métis?
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