Exploring the Pueblo: A Journey Through the Southwest

What material is most commonly used in traditional Pueblo architecture?

• Wood

• Adobe

• Stone

• Brick

What is a kiva?

• A type of pottery

• A ceremonial room

• A tool for hunting

• A traditional headdress

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Pueblo pottery?

• Bright neon colors

• Geometric patterns

• Animal shapes

• Use of plastic

Pueblo religious ceremonies often include:

• Dance and music

• Silence and fasting

• Reading from books

• Watching television

What is the primary geographical feature of the Southwest region where the Pueblo people live?

• Dense forests

• Vast deserts

• Large oceans

• Rolling hills

How did the geography of the Southwest region influence Pueblo agriculture?

• They relied heavily on rainforests

• They developed irrigation systems

• They practiced ice fishing

• They grew tropical fruits

What is the main purpose of the multistory buildings found in Pueblo architecture?

• To protect against invaders

• To reach closer to the sun

• To house large families and communities

• To store food for the winter

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Pueblo art form?

• Weaving

• Silversmithing

• Oil painting

• Sand painting

Pueblo ceremonies are often held to:

• Celebrate individual achievements

• Mark the change of seasons

• Commemorate historical events

• Entertain tourists

What role did the cliffs and mesas of the Southwest play in Pueblo life?

• They were used as landmarks for navigation

• They provided a place for recreation

• They offered natural protection and building sites

• They were considered uninhabitable and avoided