Vocabulary
Oral History
Dakota Life
T or F?
100

What's one way early Dakota show wo-ohoda or respect in their communities? 

They show respect by lowering their voices in the tipi and moving slowly around the tipi. 

100
According to Oral history, what created misquitos? 

Medicine Bears ashes

100

Another name for the Dakota people is ____________.

Sioux 

100

The word "Minnesota" comes from a Dakota name. 

True

200
This is an older member of the tribe who is respected
for his or her knowledge and wisdom.
What is an elder?
200

According to Oral History, what did the man do in the story of the Ghost Wife, that made his family disappear? 

Raised his voice in the tipi

200

What animal was a staple of the Dakota hunt?

Bison

200

There are only two council fires, or bands, within the Dakota nation. 

False 

300

What is the Dakota word that means "land where the water is so clear it reflects the clouds in the sky?"

Mni Sota Makoce

300

According to Oral History, who finally kicked the Bear Family out of the Badger's House? 

The Avenger


300

What value was being taught in the story, "The Ghost Wife?"

 Respect

300

The Dakota have lived in Minnesota longer than any other group. 

True

400

The Dakota word meaning generosity.

Ohanwaste

400

According to Oral History, what is one meaning of the hand print found at Jeffers? 

Friendship, Grief, Death

400

What is the term that is used when money or other benefits received in payment for goods and services?

Income

400

In Dakota society, people believe history runs in a straight line. 

False

500

The Dakota word meaning respect and courtesy.

Wo-hoda

500

According to Oral History, what was a lesson taught from the story of the Medicine Bear? 

Do not stray from what you believe in. 

500

What vaule was being taught in the story of "The Badger and the Bear?"

Generosity

500

Early Dakota people earned income in the form of money wages, just as people do today.

False

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