Vocabulary & Key Ideas
What does the word migrate mean?
To move from one place to another.
What was one key role of Native American women in feeding their families?
Planting and harvesting crops
Which group lived near large earthen mounds they built?
Mound Builders
What is an ancestor?
A relative who lived in the past.
A ________ flew around my room.
What is the planting and raising of crops called?
Agriculture
What kinds of decisions did Native American councils make?
Rules, resolving conflicts, trade, or land use.
What did the Ancient Puebloans build their homes into?
Cliff walls
What is a council?
A body that makes decisions for a group.
You know what? I'm about to say it. I don't care that...
You broke your elbow
What is a way of life shared by a group of people?
Culture
What is an example of a religious custom practiced by an Indigenous group?
Asking permission before hunting, using kachina dolls, or praying to nature spirits
Which two groups were considered advanced civilizations?
The Maya and the Aztec
"The object of these laws is to establish peace between the numerous nations of Indians. Hostility will be done away with, for the preservations and protection of life, property, and liberty."
- Constitution of the Iroquis Nation
According to the Iroquois Constitution, why should hostility be “done away with”?
To establish peace and protect life, property, and liberty.
Ahhh! Stahp... You could've made me drop my _______
The Pueblo people used ___________ to grow crops in dry lands.
Irrigation
What are some ways geography influenced how Native Americans lived?
It affected homes, food, and clothing based on climate and landforms.
Which group built homes out of blocks of snow?
Inuits
What is one way Native American governments today might make similar decisions to those made long ago?
They still make rules, solve problems, and protect their people.
Beyonce singing: "Bring the beat in"
Person at home: ________
Anything for you Beyonce
A system for making rules and decisions is called a ____________.
Government
How did Indigenous peoples in different regions develop different cultures?
They adapted to their environments and available resources.
Why were the Maya and Aztec considered advanced?
They had cities, governments, writing, calendars, and farming systems.
What was one way Native American governments showed cooperation among the different groups?
They formed confederacies or councils to make decisions and keep peace among tribes.
Camera Guy: "Say Colorado!"
Guy on Ski's: "I'm a _______"