American Indian Government and Trade Vocabulary Matching Quiz
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Which one of these is the most correct?

  • B. a large group of tribes
  • C. small mounds for growing crops
  • A. a canoe made from digging out the middle of a large log
  • D. a group of people connected by a common language, belief, land, and culture (correct)

    • What is a confederacy?

  • A. a canoe made from digging out the middle of a large log
  • D. a group of people connected by a common language, belief, land, and culture
  • B. a large group of tribes (correct)
  • C. small mounds for growing crops

    • What is obsidian used for?

  • A. a canoe made from digging out the middle of a large log
  • C. small mounds for growing crops
  • B. a large group of tribes
  • D. a type of volcanic glass used to make tools such as arrowheads, spearheads, knives (correct)

    • What is a dugout?

    <p>A. a canoe made from digging out the middle of a large log</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a chiefdom?

    <p>D. a group of tribes under one leader, or chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Confederacy

    • A confederacy refers to an alliance of independent entities that come together for a common purpose, usually political or military.
    • Often characterized by a loose arrangement rather than a strong central authority; each member retains significant autonomy.

    Obsidian

    • Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava cools rapidly.
    • Used historically for making sharp tools and weapons due to its ability to be fractured into razor-sharp edges.
    • Additionally utilized in jewelry and decorative items due to its aesthetic appeal and smooth texture.

    Dugout

    • A dugout is a type of shelter or dwelling made by excavating the ground, often used by various Indigenous peoples.
    • Typically constructed from tree trunks and earth, providing insulation and protection from the elements.
    • Can also refer to a small boat built from a single log, commonly used in riverine or coastal environments.

    Chiefdom

    • A chiefdom is a political organization or social system where a single chief holds power over several communities or clans.
    • Characterized by ranked social hierarchies where individuals are assigned statuses based on their relation to the chief.
    • Usually involves a complex organization of agricultural societies, often with surplus food production allowing for specialist roles within the society.

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    Test your knowledge of American Indian government and trade with this matching quiz! Match each definition to the corresponding vocabulary word and see how well you know the topic. Keywords: American Indian, government, trade, vocabulary, matching quiz

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