Northeast Tribes
What were the three main crops known as the "Three Sisters"?
Corn, Beans, Squash
What type of homes did Southeast tribes typically live in?
Chickees
What animal was crucial to the survival of Plains tribes?
Bison
What materials were primarily used to construct homes in the Southwest?
Adobe
What natural resource was most important to Northwest tribes for building?
Cedar trees
Name one type of traditional shelter used by Northeast tribes
Wigwam
Name one staple crop of Southeast tribes.
Rice or Corn
What type of dwelling did Plains tribes commonly use?
Teepee
What is one traditional art form of the Hopi tribe?
Pottery
What was a primary food source for Northwest tribes?
Salmon
What was a common livelihood practice among Northeast tribes?
Farming and hunting
What was the main purpose of the Creek Confederacy?
To unite tribes for mutual defense
Why were horses significant to Plains tribes after their introduction?
They improved hunting and mobility.
What is the significance of kachina dolls in Southwest cultures?
They represent spirits and are used in rituals.
What does a totem pole represent in Northwest culture?
Clan lineage and stories.
How did Northeast tribes use natural resources?
For tools, shelter, and food
How did the geography of the Southeast affect the tribes' lifestyle?
Fertile soil for agriculture
Describe one way Plains tribes used buffalo.
For food, clothing, and tools.
How did limited water resources impact agriculture for Southwest tribes?
They developed irrigation systems.
What role did the environment play in shaping Northwest tribes
Abundant fish and game available
Name a prominent tribe from the Northeast region.
Algonquin
Name a prominent tribe from the Southeast.
Cherokee
What role did the horse play in Plains culture?
Transportation, hunting, and trade
Name a major ceremony held by the Pueblo tribes.
The Corn Dance
Name one traditional craft or skill practiced by Northwest tribes
Weaving or carving