Asked by Sierra Mizgorski on Apr 26, 2024

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According to the records kept,it is estimated that at least how many children died from malnourishment,diseases such as tuberculosis (TB) ,and abuse at residential schools in Canada?

A) 150.
B) 1500.
C) 3200.
D) 5000.

Tuberculosis (TB)

An infectious disease usually caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs.

Malnourishment

A condition that results from eating a diet in which nutrients are either not enough or are too much, causing health problems.

Residential Schools

Institutions that provided educational facilities while also aiming to assimilate indigenous children into the dominant culture, often with harmful effects.

  • Comprehend the enduring effects of past governmental policies and actions, like the "Sixties Scoop," on Indigenous communities.
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Kailey SpitlerMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
It is estimated that at least 3200 children died from malnourishment,diseases such as TB,and abuse;this number includes those who ran away and those who froze to death.The number of children who died could be 5 to 10 times higher;however,because of poor record keeping,the full number may never be known.