Geography and Native American Cultures Quiz

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What geographic feature is associated with the migration of the first Natives from Asia to America?

  • Rocky Mountains
  • Mississippi River
  • Great Plains
  • Bering Land Bridge (correct)

Which adaptation did the Anasazi implement to cope with their Southwest climate?

  • Using teepees as homes
  • Building igloos
  • Constructing cliff dwellings (correct)
  • Hunting large game

What was a primary use of the buffalo by the Sioux tribe?

  • Creating decorative art
  • Building transportation systems
  • Utilizing for food and materials (correct)
  • Hiding food supplies

How did the geography of the Arctic influence the lifestyle of the Inuit?

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Which of the following is NOT a way Native American populations decreased following European contact?

<p>Increased intertribal alliances (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one reason Europeans were motivated to explore the New World?

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Which term refers to the dwelling structure commonly used by nomadic cultures in the Great Plains?

<p>Tipi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which figure is known for advocating for the rights of Native Americans during the Spanish colonization?

<p>Bartolomé de Las Casas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Landform

A large, naturally occurring feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and rivers.

Adaptation

The way in which a plant or animal has changed to better survive in its environment.

Culture

The way in which a group of people live, including their beliefs, customs, and traditions.

Longhouse

A type of dwelling used by the Iroquois, consisting of a long, rectangular building made of wood and bark.

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Nomad

A person who travels from place to place, often in search of food or water.

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Columbian Exchange

The exchange of plants, animals, and diseases between Europe and the Americas following Columbus's voyages.

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Bartolomé de Las Casas

The first European to openly criticize the treatment of Native Americans by the Spanish, calling for their rights and protection.

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Climate

The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time.

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Study Notes

Quiz Information

  • Format: Multiple choice, matching, and written response (ACE format)
  • Date: Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
  • Administration: In-class, using Chromebooks or paper, whole period if needed.
  • Important Information: Chromebooks must be charged before class. Report any device issues.

Key Vocabulary

  • Geography
  • Climate
  • Bodies of water
  • Natural Resources
  • Elevation
  • Vegetation
  • Landforms
  • Bering Land Bridge
  • Adaptation
  • Arctic
  • Eastern Woodlands/Northeast
  • Pacific Northwest
  • Southwest
  • Southeast
  • Great Plains/Midwest
  • Inuit
  • Sioux
  • Anasazi
  • Iroquois
  • Longhouse
  • Dwelling (Nomad)
  • Bartolomé de Las Casas
  • Columbian Exchange
  • Christopher Columbus

Key Questions

  • Why did early Native Americans migrate from Asia to America (anthropological perspective)?
  • Why were the different Native American tribes so diverse?
  • How did the Sioux use buffalo?

Additional Questions (From Page 2)

  • How did Anasazi adapt to the Southwest climate for food?
  • Why is a tipi beneficial for a nomadic lifestyle?
  • How did Inuit adapt to the Arctic environment?
  • What factors decreased Native American populations after European contact?
  • Why did Europeans want to explore the New World? (3 reasons)
  • How did Europeans justify taking Native lands?
  • How did Columbus treat Native Americans?
  • What were the consequences of European exploration on the Americas?
  • How did geography impact the culture of two studied Native American tribes? (requires a claim, two pieces of evidence, and detailed explanations for each tribe)

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