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In which year did people reach and settle in Quebec?

  • 15,000 B.C.
  • 10,000 B.C.
  • 8,000 B.C.
  • 12,000 B.C. (correct)
  • The native peoples in Quebec did not evolve into different cultural groups.

    False (B)

    Name one cultural area highlighted in the map.

    Northwest Coast

    The Mackenzie Delta Inuit are associated with the ______ cultural area.

    <p>Arctic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which linguistic group is primarily associated with the St-Lawrence lowlands?

    <p>Iroquoians (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following groups with their associated cultural areas:

    <p>Mackenzie Delta Inuit = Arctic Copper Inuit = Subarctic Dogrib = Plains Chipewyan = Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Algonquians settled primarily in the Arctic region.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred around 30,000 B.C.?

    <p>First occupancy of North America by migrating groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the three main linguistic groups mentioned in the document.

    <p>Iroquoians, Algonquians, Inuits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The corridor allowing access to the interior of North America formed around 15,000 B.C.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _______ settled in the Canadian Shield and Appalachians.

    <p>Algonquians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the linguistic groups to their corresponding settlement areas:

    <p>Iroquoians = St-Lawrence lowlands Algonquians = Canadian Shield and Appalachians Inuits = Arctic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one body of water that is adjacent to the Bering land bridge region.

    <p>Bering Sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first occupants migrated from Asia across the ______ land bridge into North America.

    <p>Bering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the regions with their respective features:

    <p>Kamchatka Peninsula = Volcanic region of Russia Siberia = Region in Asia Alaska = North American state located in the far northwest Chukchi Sea = Body of water near the Arctic Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did the Iroquoians primarily live?

    <p>St. Lawrence Lowlands (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquoians had a nomadic way of life.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of climate did the Iroquoians experience?

    <p>Moderate climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquoians were primarily involved in ______ due to their climate.

    <p>agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the aspects of Iroquoian life with their descriptions:

    <p>Sedentary = Stayed in the same place Moderate climate = Ideal for agriculture St. Lawrence Lowlands = Region where they lived Agriculture = Primary means of sustenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dwelling did the Iroquois use for living arrangements?

    <p>Longhouses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois people primarily lived in teepees.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many families typically lived in a longhouse?

    <p>5 to 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois built ______ to protect themselves against predators and enemies.

    <p>fortifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Iroquois dwellings with their descriptions:

    <p>Longhouses = Housed multiple families Fortified Villages = Provided protection against threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the primary crops cultivated by the First Occupants?

    <p>Corn, squash, and beans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Women among the First Occupants were responsible for hunting and defense of the village.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the responsibilities of women in the First Occupants' society.

    <p>Practiced agriculture, prepared meals, took care of children, or made clothing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The majority of the First Occupants' diet was composed of corn, squash, and ______.

    <p>beans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the roles with those who performed them among the First Occupants:

    <p>Men = Hunted and defended the village Women = Practiced agriculture and prepared meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of the family structure in Iroquoian society?

    <p>Matrilineal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Iroquoian society, men held the primary role in agriculture.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the heads of the family in Iroquoian culture?

    <p>Women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Family ties and clans in Iroquoian society were passed down from mother to ______.

    <p>daughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of Iroquoian culture with their descriptions:

    <p>Matrilineal society = Family lineage passed through females Role of women = Head of the family and responsible for agriculture Role of men = Less significant in the agricultural context Clans = Groups based on maternal ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What housing structure is associated with the Iroquois?

    <p>Longhouse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois trace their lineage through the paternal line.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of agricultural practice were the Iroquois known for?

    <p>Farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois' kinship system is described as __________.

    <p>matrilineal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of the Iroquois culture with their descriptions:

    <p>Farmers = Indicates agricultural lifestyle Longhouses = Type of housing used Matrilineal = Lineage traced through the mother Iroquois = Specific native group being discussed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for choosing the Civil Chief in the Iroquoian villages?

    <p>The women of the clan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Warrior Chief is responsible for handling village affairs and relationships with other nations.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of chiefs found in Iroquoian villages?

    <p>Civil Chief and Warrior Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Iroquoian society, the ______ Chief manages relationships with other nations.

    <p>Civil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the chief with their primary responsibility:

    <p>Civil Chief = Village affairs and relationships with other nations Warrior Chief = Defending the village and warfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nations is NOT one of the Five Iroquois Nations?

    <p>Cherokees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois formed an alliance with the English against the Spanish.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one clan that is part of the Iroquois Confederacy.

    <p>Clan de l'Ours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Iroquois Confederacy consists of five nations: the Mohawks, Oneidas, Senecas, Cayugas, and the ______.

    <p>Onondagas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the clans with their translations:

    <p>Clan de l'Ours = Bear Clan Clan du Loup = Wolf Clan Clan de la Tortue = Turtle Clan Clan de l'Aigle = Eagle Clan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    First Americans Origin

    Early humans migrated from Asia to North America across the Bering land bridge.

    Bering Land Bridge Time

    30,000 BC is when humans crossed the Bering Strait land bridge.

    Melting Ice Effect

    Melting ice in 15,000 BC created a path to interior North America.

    Migration Route Direction

    The migration was from Asia to North America via the Bering land bridge.

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    Bering Land Bridge Location

    The bridge connected Siberia (Asia) to Alaska/the Seward Peninsula (North America).

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    Native American origins

    Diverse groups of people originated from a common ancestor and migrated to various regions, adapting to their environment.

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    Quebec settlement (date)

    Native people reached and settled Quebec by 12,000 B.C.

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    Cultural Areas

    Distinct cultural and linguistic groups emerged as native people adapted to their distinct environments around North America.

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    Northwest Coast

    A specific cultural region in North America, identified by the native people in that region.

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    Mackenzie Delta Inuit

    A specific group of people identified in the provided text.

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    Iroquoians' Settlement

    The Iroquoians settled in the St. Lawrence lowlands, a region with fertile land and access to water.

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    Algonquians' Settlement

    The Algonquians settled in the Canadian Shield and Appalachian regions, areas with diverse landscapes and resources.

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    Inuit Settlement

    The Inuit settled in the Arctic, facing harsh, cold conditions and adapting to a unique environment.

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    St. Lawrence Lowlands

    The St. Lawrence Lowlands is a region in Quebec with fertile soil, allowing for agriculture and settlements.

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    Canadian Shield

    The Canadian Shield is a vast rocky region in Canada, with various lakes and rivers.

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    Iroquoians' Home

    The Iroquoians lived in the St. Lawrence Lowlands, a region in present-day Canada.

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    Iroquoian Climate

    They had a moderate climate that allowed them to grow crops and thrive.

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    Iroquoian Lifestyle

    The Iroquoians had a sedentary lifestyle, which means they stayed in one place and didn't move often.

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    Iroquois Agriculture

    The Iroquoians were agricultural people, meaning they relied on farming to sustain themselves.

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    Sedentary Lifestyle Impact

    Their sedentary lifestyle allowed the Iroquoians to develop a strong sense of community and build permanent homes.

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    Iroquois Dwellings

    The Iroquois people lived in a variety of ways, primarily through longhouses and fortified villages.

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    Longhouses

    These large homes could house 5 to 10 families, providing space for many people.

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    Fortified Villages

    The Iroquois people built villages with defenses to protect themselves from danger.

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    What was the purpose of fortifications?

    Fortifications were built to protect the Iroquois people from predators and enemies.

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    How many families lived in a longhouse?

    A typical longhouse housed 5 to 10 Iroquois families.

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    Three Sisters

    The combination of corn, squash, and beans, which were essential crops for the First Occupants.

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    First Occupants' Diet

    The First Occupants relied heavily on agriculture, with 65%-80% of their diet coming from corn, squash, and beans.

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    Men's Roles

    Men in First Occupant communities focused on hunting, fishing, trading, longhouse construction, and village defense.

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    Women's Roles

    Women in First Occupant communities were responsible for agriculture, cooking, childcare, and clothing production.

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    Subsistence Activities

    The First Occupants relied on a combination of farming, hunting, fishing, and trading to sustain their communities.

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    Iroquoian Society

    The Iroquoian people had a matrilineal society, where family lines and power were traced through the mother's side.

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    Women's Role in Iroquoian Society

    Iroquoian women held a significant role, managing agriculture and having more power than men due to their crucial role in food production.

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    Iroquoian Family Ties

    In Iroquoian culture, family ties and clans were inherited from mothers to daughters, creating strong matrilineal lineages.

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    Why were Iroquoian women powerful?

    Iroquoian women held significant power because they controlled agriculture, the primary source of food for the society.

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    Matrilineal System

    A social system where family lines and inheritance are traced through the mother's side, rather than the father's.

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    Iroquois Farming

    The Iroquois were known for their agricultural practices, growing crops to sustain their communities.

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    Iroquois Longhouses

    The Iroquois lived in communal dwellings called longhouses, which were large, extended structures that housed multiple families.

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    Matrilineal Society

    The Iroquois society followed a matrilineal system, where lineage and inheritance traced through the mother's line.

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    What were the Iroquois's main characteristics?

    The Iroquois were known for their agriculture, their longhouses, and their unique matrilineal society.

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    What does 'Matrilineal' mean?

    It means that the Iroquois traced their ancestry and inheritance through the mother's side of the family.

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    Iroquoian Leadership

    Iroquoian villages had both a civil chief responsible for community affairs and a warrior chief responsible for defense.

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    Who chose the Civil Chief?

    The women of the clan chose the civil chief who was in charge of village affairs and relationships with other nations.

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    Warrior Chief's Duty

    The warrior chief was responsible for leading the village in war and protecting it from attacks.

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    Iroquoian Governance

    Iroquoian society had a dual leadership structure with a civil chief for internal affairs and a warrior chief for external defense.

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    Power of Iroquoian Women

    The women of the clan held the power to choose the civil chief, demonstrating their significant influence in Iroquoian society.

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    Iroquois Confederacy

    A political alliance of the Iroquois nations (Mohawk, Oneida, Seneca, Cayuga, and Onondaga), unified by shared interests and governance.

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    Iroquois Clan Structure

    Each Iroquois nation was divided into clans based on lineage and matrilineal descent, with these clans holding significant power.

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    Iroquois Alliance with English

    The Iroquois, seeking to counter French influence, formed an alliance with the English to secure their interests and power.

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    What did the Iroquois hope to achieve by aligning with the English?

    The Iroquois aimed to protect their territory, maintain their sovereignty, and gain an advantage over their rival, the French.

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    How did the Iroquois alliance with the English impact their society?

    The alliance led to increased interaction with Europeans, impacting Iroquois trade, culture, and ultimately their political landscape.

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