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What is the estimated population of the Yanomami people today?
Which geographical regions do the Yanomami inhabit?
Approximately how long ago did the Yanomami migrate to South America?
What critical mythological figure is important in Yanomami tradition?
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Which two religions have seen conversions among the Pemon people?
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The Yanomami People
- The Yanomami are the largest isolated indigenous group in South America.
- They reside in the rainforests and mountains of northern Brazil and southern Venezuela.
- Their estimated population is 38,000.
- They migrated to South America approximately 15,000 years ago, crossing the Bering Strait from Asia.
- The Yanomami uphold a strong mythological tradition, even with the influence of Catholicism and Protestantism.
- Central myths include the creation of the Sun and Moon, the origin of the tepuis (mount Roraima or Dodoima in Pemon), and the actions of the hero Makunaima and his brothers.
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Explore the fascinating world of the Yanomami, the largest isolated indigenous group in South America. Discover their migration history, population, and rich mythological traditions amidst the influence of various religions. This quiz delves into the unique cultural practices and beliefs that define the Yanomami communities in Brazil and Venezuela.
