The Red River Resistance is best described as what?

• A. The organized Métis resistance against Canada's takeover of Red River without consulting them.
• B. A peaceful treaty negotiated with Canada.
• C. A colonial expansion by the United States into Manitoba.
• D. A policy of one language for schools.

Answer: (D)

The Red River Resistance is best described as the organized Métis response to Canada’s plan to take control of the Red River Settlement without consulting the Métis, who lived there and wanted their land and ways of life protected. Led by Louis Riel, Métis leaders formed a provisional government to negotiate terms with the Canadian government, insisting on safeguards for land titles, language and education rights, and local governance. This struggle resulted in Manitoba entering Confederation with protections for Métis rights, rather than being settled by a simple treaty or driven by other nations or language policies.