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The Caribs and Their Daily Life

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Caribs and the Arawaks?

The Caribs and Arawaks coexisted peacefully, sharing resources and land.

The Caribs displaced the Arawaks in the Lesser Antilles, and often raided their settlements. (correct)

The Arawaks migrated to the Antilles and displaced the Caribs.

The Caribs originated in the Antilles, while the Arawaks migrated much later.

Why were Carib villages typically built on the windward side of the islands?

To have better views of the ocean.

To be closer to fishing grounds.

To have better access to salt.

For defensive purposes. (correct)

What was the main purpose of the carbet in a Carib village?

It was a storage place for food and valuables.

It was primarily where food was prepared for guests.

It served as the main hut for the village captain.

It was the most important building, a men's house used for cultural purposes and to receive visitors. (correct)

Which of the following foods did the Caribs typically AVOID?

<p>Salt, pork and turtle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How were visitors generally treated upon arriving peacefully in a Carib village?

<p>They were escorted to a stream to wash, given a resting hut, and provided with food. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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The Caribs

Originated in South America, similar to the Arawaks
Many different tribes with similar cultures
Around 1000 years after the Arawaks migrated, some Caribs settled in the Antilles
Caribs took over parts of Trinidad, Puerto Rico, and Lesser Antilles, displacing Arawaks
Fewer in number than Arawaks, and primarily warriors
Arawaks feared Caribs due to raids for food and slaves

Daily Life

Villages built on windward sides of islands, for defense
Sentries (guards) posted to warn of approaching canoes
Peaceful visitors welcomed with ceremony, led to the village carbet
Carbet (men's house) was most important building
Captain greeted visitors, exchanged names
Visitors taken to nearby stream for washing, then to rest
Women prepared feasts
Diet: lots of seafood, pepper, no salt pork or turtles
Foods like agouti bones, fish, oysters, cassava, sweet potato, yam, and sometimes crab and cassava stew were also consumed.

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Explore the fascinating culture and lifestyle of the Caribs, originating from South America. This quiz delves into their societal structure, daily activities, and interactions with other tribes like the Arawaks. Discover how their warrior nature and unique practices shaped their communities in the Caribbean.