Native Tribes
What was the main reason Plains Indians moved so often?
To follow the buffalo migrations for food
What was a reason Native Americans lived a nomadic life?
To follow the buffalo migrations for food
What shape were tipis?
Cone Shaped
True or false: Some tribes were led by Women (a matriarchy)
True!
How many times a year did Native Americans move camp?
6-8 times per year
Why were tipis good for all seasons?
They stayed warm in winter and cool in summer.
Name one common medieval punishment
Scold's bridle, The stocks, whipping or execution
How did Native Americans view the land?
As sacred, belonging to all creatures, and not to be owned.
What was used to move belongings when traveling?
A travois, a sled-like structure pulled by horses
What was a tipi made of?
Wooden poles covered in buffalo hide.
How did European settlement change Indigenous life?
It caused loss of land, culture, and traditional ways of living
What was the purpose of public executions?
To scare people into obeying the law.
Why did Native Americans respect their ancestors' burial grounds?
They believed spirits lived in the earth and should not be disturbed.
Why did Native Americans believe movement was important?
Because they thought the Great Spirit wanted them to live in motion.
Why did Native Americans believe fixed homes were unhealthy?
They thought it was like living in a cage instead of being free
Why did Native Americans believe in spirit animals?
They thought each person had a spiritual guide in nature.
What was the role of the Church in medieval crime and punishment?
The Church decided many laws and punishments based on religious beliefs. (Canon law)
Name one similarity between Native American tribes and Australian Aboriginal tribes.
Both lived in harmony with nature and believed land should not be owned.
What was a danger of living a nomadic life?
Harsh weather and difficulty storing food for survival.
What did Native Americans think was the healthiest way to live?
Moving with nature and adapting to the environment.
What was trial by ordeal?
A medieval test where a person had to undergo a painful task to prove innocence