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The Caribs: Culture and Daily Life

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Which of these statements best characterizes the Carib people's migration to the Antilles?

They did not migrate to the Antilles, but originated there.

They migrated to the Antilles around 1000 years before the Arawaks.

They arrived in the Antilles at the same time as the Arawaks.

They migrated to the Antilles around 1000 years after the Arawaks. (correct)

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

To have the best view of the sunrise.

To be closer to key food gathering locations.

As a defensive strategy against approaching strangers. (correct)

To be closer to the best fishing grounds.

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

It was a place used to store harvested food.

It was the most important building, a men's house, used for official welcomes. (correct)

It was primarily a communal cooking area for preparing meals.

It was where female villagers would rest and socialize.

Which of these foods was specifically avoided by the Caribs?

<p>Pork, and turtle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason the Arawaks feared the Caribs?

<p>The Arawaks feared Caribs because they raided settlements for food and slaves. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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The Caribs

Originated in South America, similar to the Arawaks
Diverse tribes, differing in some ways but with a similar culture
Around 1000 years after the Arawaks' migration, some Caribs settled in the Antilles
Caribs displaced earlier Arawak settlers in the Lesser Antilles and northwestern Trinidad
Fewer in number than the Arawaks, primarily a warlike people
The Arawaks feared the Caribs due to raids for food and slaves

Daily Life

Villages built on windward sides of islands for defense
Sentries watched for approaching canoes
Peaceful visitors were escorted to shore, greeted ceremonially
Guests led to the 'carbet' (men's house) for introductions
Guests then bathed near a stream and rested
Women prepared feasts
Carib diet primarily seafood, pepper, and some vegetables
Avoided salt, pork, turtles, and much fat
Foods like soups, grilled fish, stews cooked over wood, seasoned with pepper or sauces

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Explore the vibrant culture and daily life of the Caribs, a historic people who settled in the Antilles. Learn about their origins, social structure, and culinary practices, contrasting their way of life with that of the Arawaks. This quiz provides insights into their unique customs and defenses as a community.