General Terms
Regions in which groups of people have a similar way of life.
"What is a Cultural Region"
The shared customs, beliefs, values, and traditions of a group of people. These are diverse and vary widely depending on geographic location, language, and historical experiences.
"What is Culture"
A formal and structured government alliance linking different groups for a specific purpose. It often involves a shared constitution or set of laws, a central governing body, and a clear division of powers among member tribes.
"What is a Confederacy "
A early form of corn
"What is Maize"
A place where Native Americans live; house.
"What is a Dwelling"
A custom or belief passed down from one generation to the next, often related to ceremonies, rituals, or cultural practices.
"What is Tradition"
Leader or ruler of a people or clan.
"What is a Chief"
A formal agreement between nations.
"What is a Treaty"
The practice of cultivating soil for growing crops to provide nutrition and products for people to trade and consume.
"What is Agriculture"
Navajo built homes which are round, cone-shaped shelters built with a framework of logs or stone wooden frame covered with mud, dirt, or sod. The entrance usually faces east to welcome the rising sun.
"What is a Hogan"
A variation of languages spoken in a particular region.
"What is Dialect"
Relating to or based on relationship to the father or descent through the male line.
"What is Patrilineal"
Refers to the process through which individuals and groups of differing cultures acquire the basic habits, attitudes, and way of life of an accepting culture.
"What is Assimilation"
Materials found in nature and used by man for many purposes; includes wood, stone, plants, animals, trees, and water
"What are Natural Resources"
Cone-shaped tent, built with wooden poles set in a circle and tied together at the top and made of animal skins, known for its ability to be moved easily.
"What is a Tepee"
A submerged landmass that was used to bridge the gap between North America and Asia, connecting what are now Alaska and Russia with dry land during the last ice age.
"What is Beringia"
The core beliefs and principles that guide a culture or society. These often emphasize respect for nature, community, and the ancestors.
"What are Values "
A concept that recognizes tribes as independent nations with the authority to make their own laws and decisions.
"What is Sovereignty"
Tools, weapons, carvings, and baskets of early people.
"What are Artifacts"
Long rectangular homes covered in bark and divided into sections. Primarily used for housing multiple families that shared chores and resources.
"What is a Longhouse"
People who move from place to place, often following animal herds for food.
"What are Nomads"
A group of families related through a common ancestor, often tracing their lineage through either the mother or father's side. They may have their own rituals, traditions, and responsibilities.
"What is a Clan"
Refers to the lineage, heritage, and traditions passed down from one generation to the next; bloodlines, cultural practices, lands, and spiritual connection.
"What is Ancestral"
A way to water crops by channeling water from rivers or streams.
"What is Irrigation"
Multi-story, rectangular or square home, primarily built with adobe. Used also for communal and ceremonial purposes. Found primarily in the Southwest region.
"What are Pueblos"