Gallopade Chapter 16

Why did the Chickasaw Indians build their villages on high ground?

• to be located in the mountains

• to see approaching enemies

• to avoid flood

• to make sure traders could find them

What is the difference between Cherokee and Shawnee shelters?

• The Cherokee shelters had roofs made of bark or thatch, while the Shawnee shelters had roofs made of poplar bark only.

• The Cherokee had two types of shelters, and the Shawnee had one.

• The Cherokee lived in domed shelters, while the Shawnee lived in rectangular shelters.

• The Cherokee lived in houses with open sides, while the Shawnee lived in houses with mud sides.

True or False: The Chickasaw wore buffalo robes?

• True

• False

Why are Creek Indians considered a matrilineal society?

• They believed in a great spirit they called "Our Grandmother."

• The put women in charge of planting and harvesting crops.

• They called their village chief a matri.

• They considered children to be part of the mother's clan.

Which Tennessee tribe spoke the Algonquian language?

• Chickasaw

• Cherokee

• Shawnee

• Creek

The mico, or village chief, was a leader in which Tennessee tribe?

• Cherokee

• Shawnee

• Creek

• Chickasaw

True or False? The Creek lived in West Tennessee?

• True

• False

True or False? The women of the Creek society had to make the food.

• True

• False

True or False? The men of the Cherokee society had to harvest the crops?

• True

• False

True or False? The men in Cherokee society had to catch fish.

• True

• False