Native Americans
This Shoshone woman helped guide the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Who is Sacagawea
Native American Day is celebrated on the second Monday in October in this U.S. state, instead of Columbus Day?
What is South Dakota
This famous animal, associated with strength and survival, is often central to Plains tribes' ceremonies and was once nearly extinct.
What is the buffalo
She was one of the first Native American women elected to the U.S. Congress in 2018.
Who is Deb Haaland
The Trail of Tears refers to the forced relocation of this tribe from their homeland in the southeastern U.S. to present-day Oklahoma.
Who are the Cherokee
This traditional Native American footwear, often made of soft leather and decorated with beads, is known by this name.
What are moccasins
She was the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation and worked to improve healthcare and education.
Who is Wilma Mankiller
This Native American confederation played a significant role in early American history and consisted of five (later six) tribes in the northeastern U.S.
What is the Iroquois Confederacy
This type of Native American dance, often performed in a circle, is meant to honor spirits, celebrate harvests, or bring healing. It is a central part of many Plains tribes' cultural ceremonies.
What is a powwow?