Vocabulary
Used for trading. A form of currency that brought along good spirits and unity.
Wampams
A long wooden house that was used by the Iroquois. Symbol of family, peace, order and community. Between 50 to 150 feet long and had no windows.
Longhouse
Spiritual leader who was given the important job of making friends with the manitous. Next to the Sachem as the most powerful member of the village.
Shaman
syrup of the maple tree
sap
A baby was strapped to a stiff wooden board which the Algonquians beleived helped the child grow with a straight spine
Papoose
dome-shaped shelter, covered in bark or hides. Built and used by Native Americans
Wigwam
Where did this tribe live?
Western New York.
Where did they live?
"Downstate" or present day NYC and Long Island.
Fur shoes, which helped a lot in the winter to stay warm and comfortable.
moccasins
What were the two main purposes of a having a fireplace in a longhouse?
1. Heat
2. Cooking
They called themselves the "Haudenosaunee"
Iroquois
The five nations lived under one system of law. Also known as their constitution.
Great Law of Peace
Where the council met to talk about problems faced in the village. Could last hours until everyone was heard and an agreement was reached.
powwow
Iroquois celebration when sap began to flow from trees (giving thanks for the return of spring). Sap was collected at the end of winter while snow was still on the ground. Sap was boiled into syrup or used as candy by hardening the syrup on cold snow.
maple festival
Name used for two or more longhouse families. Usually named after animals like a wolf, bear or turtle.
Clan
Something found in nature and can be used by people. Finding these can improve health and or living conditions.
Natural Resources
Name 2 of the 5 names of the Iroquois tribes or clans.
1. Cayuga
2. Mohawk
3. Oneida
4. Seneca
5. Onondaga
Sacred shell beads that were used during important messages or trades. Not exactly money but had high value. They were used as belts primarily.
wampam
Called the "Three sisters." What three crops made up the three sisters.
1. Squash
2. Corn
3. Beans
What did the Algonquian do for recreation or fun?
2. Played games and had toys
They called themselves "Munsee"
Algonquian
What did the Iroquois do for recreation or fun?
1. Told Stories
2. Lacrosse
3. Festivals
Leader of a group of families. Chosen because of their skills and talents.
Sachem
What did Native Americans do in order to make the process of dugout canoes go more quickly and smoothly.
Built fires inside.
Native Americans used this to catch fish before they ever thought about using bait.
Spear(s)