Pre-columbian Native American
Social Studies Quiz on Pre-Columbian Native Americans- Unit 1
- 1.
In addition to meat, what did animals provide to the peoples of the Eastern Woodlands?
- A.
Successful hunting methods
- B.
Friendship and skills for hunting
- C.
Oil and grains for warmth
- D.
Skins and furs for clothing
Correct Answer
D. Skins and furs for clothing -
- 2.
Why did Iroquois hunters speak to and thank the deer they killed?
- A.
The Iroquois were good hunters
- B.
The Iroquois felt a connection to nature
- C.
The Iroquois believed it would bring good luck.
- D.
The Iroquois knew the deer were listening
Correct Answer
B. The Iroquois felt a connection to nature -
- 3.
How did most Plains people live?
- A.
By farming
- B.
By hunting
- C.
By fishing
- D.
By farming and hunting
Correct Answer
D. By farming and hunting -
- 4.
What animal was important to the people of the Plains for meat, clothing, blankets, and utensils?
- A.
Buffalo
- B.
Deer
- C.
Mammoth
- D.
Caribou
Correct Answer
A. Buffalo -
- 5.
What is one way horses affected the lifestyle of the Cheyenne?
- A.
The travois was no longer needed
- B.
Hunting buffalo was easier
- C.
Dogs had more work
- D.
Horses wandered north
Correct Answer
B. Hunting buffalo was easier -
- 6.
Which of the following describes the environments of the Southwest Desert cultural region?
- A.
Rainforest
- B.
Mostly hot and arid
- C.
Known for constant flooding
- D.
Freezing temperatures
Correct Answer
B. Mostly hot and arid -
- 7.
Why did the Hopi build their billages on the tops of mesas?
- A.
For better hunting
- B.
For warmth
- C.
For the view
- D.
For protection
Correct Answer
D. For protection -
- 8.
Which ceremony honored the kachinas and asked for their help?
- A.
Marriage ceremonies
- B.
Battle exhibition
- C.
Animal workshop
- D.
The Hopi dance
Correct Answer
D. The Hopi dance -
- 9.
What was a shaman's main role in Kwakiutl society?
- A.
To teach farming
- B.
To cure the sick people
- C.
To teach dancing
- D.
To wear special masks
Correct Answer
B. To cure the sick people -
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