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The terms in this guide
are arranged alphabetically. This makes it easy to find a particular term when
you know what you are looking for. When you are unsure of the appropriate term,
however, a thematic organization can be helpful. Here, then, is a breakdown
of the terms in this guide according to various themes.
Collective names to describe
the original peoples of North America and their descendants:
- Aboriginal people(s)
- First Peoples
- Indigenous people(s)
- Native people(s)
- Native American
- American Indian
More narrowly defined
groups of Aboriginal people:
- First Nation
- Indian
- Innu
- Metis
- Eskimo
- Inuit
Terms associated with
communities and community organization:
- among First Nations:
- band
- tribal council
- tribe
- reservation
- reserve
- among Inuit:
- Inuit communities
- Inuit regions
American usage:
- American Indian
- Native American
- Eskimo
- reservation
- tribe
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