Native Americans
Another, more accepted name to refer to Native Americans
Hint: I_________ P________
Indigenous People
What three European countries had control over different areas of the United States?
France, Spain, and England
What European country used to rule over Canada?
France
What two civilizations of people lived in Mexico BEFORE it was ruled by another country?
Aztecs and Mayans
What do the 13 red and white flags on the United States flag represent?
the 13 original colonies (or states)
Name one type of home used by Indigenous People.
houses from snow, wooden homes, tent-like homes made from animal skins
What are the five regions of the United States?
Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, West
What are the two most common language spoken in Canada?
English and French
What country ruled over Mexico for many years?
Spain
What does the emblem in the middle of the Mexican flag represent?
The Aztec legend of an eagle eating a serpent (snake) - how they would find their great city.
Name one way Indigenous People found food.
fishing in the ocean, hunting, fishing through ice, growing crops and raising animals
What European country did the United States fight for independence from?
England
What is the most popular sport in Canada?
hockey
Why do the majority of people who live in Mexico speak Spanish?
Because Spain ruled over Mexico for many years.
What TWO colors are on the flags of the United States, Mexico, and Canada?
red and white
Why did Indigenous People living on the plains need to build light homes that could be easily moved?
They followed the animals they were hunting.
What region do we live in?
Southeast
How is Canada's Thanksgiving holiday different from ours?
Canadians celebrate in October, while we celebrate in November.
What is the capital city of Mexico?
Mexico City
What country is our neighbor to the north?
Canada
Their land was taken from them and they were forced to leave, and many were killed.
Suburb - Wellington is a community near a bigger city.
Before cars and trains, what was the only way people and goods could travel across all of Canada?
boats and canoes
What are some traditional Mexican foods?
What country is our neighbor to the south?
Mexico