Chibcha Linguistic Familiy: Taironas

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1. What crops do Taironas plants mainly in agriculture?

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The Taironas mainly plant corn, yucca, auyama, and beans in their agriculture. These crops are commonly grown in the region and are likely well-suited to the Taironas' climate and agricultural practices.

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Chibcha Linguistic Familiy: Taironas - Quiz

Explore the Chibcha linguistic family focusing on the Taironas. Learn about their language, geographical location in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, agricultural practices, other economic activities, and religious beliefs. This quiz assesses knowledge pertinent to anthropology and cultural studies.

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2. What other economic activities do Taironas practice? 

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The Taironas practice fishing and hunting as other economic activities. This suggests that they rely on these activities to sustain their livelihood and meet their economic needs. Fishing and hunting are traditional practices that have been passed down through generations and continue to be important sources of food and resources for the Tairona community. These activities also demonstrate their deep connection with nature and their ability to live off the land.

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3. Where are located the arhuacos and taironas indigenous?

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The correct answer is "They are located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Cesar, Magdalena, and Guajira." This answer provides specific locations where the Arhuacos and Taironas indigenous groups are located. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a mountain range in northern Colombia, while Cesar, Magdalena, and Guajira are departments (administrative divisions) in the country. These locations are known for having indigenous communities and are where the Arhuacos and Taironas can be found.

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4. Do the Taironas belief in the god sun and god moon? 

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The Taironas believed in the gods of the sun and moon. This suggests that they had a religious belief system that included worship or reverence towards these celestial entities. The presence of these beliefs may have influenced various aspects of their culture, rituals, and daily lives.

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5. What is the linguistic family of Taironas and Arhuacos ?

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The correct answer is Chibcha linguistic family. Taironas and Arhuacos belong to the Chibcha linguistic family. This family includes several indigenous languages spoken by various tribes in the Andean region of South America, particularly in Colombia and parts of Venezuela. The Chibcha languages share certain linguistic features and have common origins, indicating their linguistic affiliation within the Chibcha family.

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What crops do Taironas plants mainly in agriculture?
What other economic activities do Taironas practice? 
Where are located the arhuacos and taironas indigenous?
Do the Taironas belief in the god sun and god moon? 
What is the linguistic family of Taironas and Arhuacos ?
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