Georgia's Indigenous Tribes

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Which two major indigenous tribes lived in Georgia in the mid 1500s?

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The Creek Indians lived in southern Georgia, while the Cherokee lived in the northern part of the state.

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Where did the Georgia Indians settle their villages?

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Near rivers, as part of larger towns protected by a palisade.

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What was the central feature of Cherokee and Creek towns?

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A central plaza with a council house for government meetings.

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What were the main food sources for the Cherokee and Creek tribes?

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Wildlife and plants, including turkey, deer, fish, mussels, berries, nuts, squash, corn, and beans.

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What types of weapons and tools did the Cherokee and Creek use?

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Blowguns, bows and arrows, traps, fishing spears and hooks, woven baskets, flint knives and arrowheads, and stone axes.

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Describe the summer homes of the Cherokee and Creek tribes.

Back

Cherokee lived in long, rectangular houses with clay walls and thatched roofs. Creek lived in rectangular homes without walls for breezes.

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Describe the winter homes of the Cherokee and Creek tribes.

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Cherokee winter homes were smaller, rounder 'hothouses' with bark roofs. Creek winter homes were rectangular with clay and moss walls, and 'hothouse' roofs made of bark and grass-covered clay.