Algonquin
Algonquin lived in these types of shelters
Wigwams
(Plains) While boys were sent off on spiritual journeys known as Vision Quests, girls were given what to teach them about being a mom?
A Toy Doll
Buffalo Jumps
This animal skin footwear was used by all of the tribes
Moccasins
After losing his final daughter, Hiawatha found peace after seeing what?
Pure white seashells
What did the Algonquin use for medicine?
Healing Power of Plants/Herbs
How did the Iroquois use their environment to make weapons?
Antlers as knives, arrowheads made from stones or bone
What two ingredients turned buffalo meat into jerky?
Sun and Wind
Define "culture" and "environment"
C - Way of life for a group of people. E - The surroundings of where people live
To help those in the tribes who were in need of it, special lacrosse games called ___ would be played
Medicine Games
Name TWO means of transport the Algonquin used
Toboggans, Snowshoes, and Canoes
These women who led the Iroquois tribe were the wisest/oldest members
Clan Mother (Passed down culture/traditions and who's approval was needed from the League of the Iroquois)
Identify TWO parts of the buffalo and how each were used by members of the Plains tribes
Horns - (Cups/Spoons) Hooves - (Glue) Bones - (Knives, Dice, Shovels, Arrowheads) Skin - (Clothing/Teepees)
Why did the Algonquin and the Iroquois have similar cultures?
They shared similar environments (Both lived in New York State)
The story of Hiawatha, Jigonsaeh, and Tadodaho combines myth and history to explain how what was created?
The League of the Iroquois
Name a responsibility/job Algonquin children had
Harvest/Plant Crops, Help their Mothers, Scare Away Crows from Eating Crops
WHAT were the 3 Sisters and HOW did they get that name?
Corn, Beans, and Squash
Seeds planted in same hole/grew while supporting like a family
People of the Plains tribes would move from one place to another, following large buffalo herds. We call this
Migration (Moving from place to place)
How are Mohawks and headdresses different?
Mohawk is a haircut for Iroquois men who shaved the sides of their heads. Headdresses were made out of eagle feathers and worn by leaders of the Plains
What was the purpose of the League of the Iroquois?
Members of each tribe would discuss issues and vote instead of fighting wars
What were TWO differences between Wigwams and Longhouses?
Wigwams held 5-8 people, Longhouses around 40. Wigwams much smaller than longhouses. Wigwams used just for shelter, Longhouses could be used for religious ceremonies and storage
Name 3 of the 5 tribes of the Iroquois
Cayuga, Seneca, Mohawk, Onondaga, and Oneida
Why was the buffalo the most important resource to the members of the Plains tribes?
The buffalo provided the people of the Plains with all of the resources they needed to survive
Why did the Iroquois make their clothing from deer while the Plains tribes made their clothing from buffalo?
Both tribes lived in different environments
What is the meaning behind the wooden sticks used by the Iroquois when playing lacrosse?
Sticks represent the Iroquois' connection to their environment. The woven pouches represent the close bonds between family and friends (love/support)