Economic Systems
This term describes the practice of harvesting only what was needed, allowing nature to replenish itself.
What is sustainable development?
These three crops were commonly grown together by many Aboriginal farming societies.
What are the Three Sisters?
This item, made from shells, served as both currency and a means of record-keeping for some Aboriginal groups.
What is wampum?
This structure was used to trap and corral bison for easier hunting.
What are buffalo pounds?
This disease, caused by vitamin C deficiency, was a problem for European explorers but not for Aboriginal peoples.
What is scurvy?
Aboriginal societies evolved from this type of economy, based on hunting and gathering.
*What is a subsistence economy?
This agricultural practice involves growing a single crop in a given area.
What is monoculture?
This watercraft, used by Inuit peoples, is designed for hunting on open waters.
What is a kayak?
This hunting method involved driving bison over cliffs.
What are buffalo jumps?
This pain-relieving medication has its origins in traditional Aboriginal medicine.
What is aspirin?
This economic practice involved the ceremonial distribution of wealth and was important in some Aboriginal societies.
What is a potlatch?
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat is known as this.
What is biodiversity?
This sled-like tool was used by Plains Aboriginal peoples to transport goods.
What is a travois?
This Arctic culture, known for their advanced hunting technologies, flourished around 1000 CE.
Who are the Thule?
This Scottish naval surgeon conducted experiments on treating scurvy in the 18th century.
Who is James Lind?
The development of _______ allowed for larger, more permanent settlements among Aboriginal peoples.
What is agriculture?
This group of Aboriginal people were among the first to develop farming practices in North America.
Who are the First Farmers?
This larger boat, also used by Inuit peoples, was designed for transporting families and goods.
What is an umiak?
Hunting this animal was crucial for many Plains Aboriginal economies.
What is the buffalo (or bison)?
This branch of knowledge deals with the uses, effects, and modes of action of drugs.
What is pharmacology?
This economic concept refers to the number of people living in a given area, which increased as Aboriginal economies developed.
What are population densities?
This modern concept aligns with many traditional Aboriginal economic practices.
What is sustainable development?
These physical remains of past human activity provide evidence of Aboriginal economic systems.
What are artifacts?
The development of these tools allowed for more efficient hunting and food preparation.
What are stone tools?
Many modern medicines have their roots in this type of Aboriginal knowledge.
What is traditional medicine?