Native American Cultures Quiz

1. 1. What was a primary source of food for the Native Americans of the Pacific Coast?

• Farming

• Fishing

• Hunting

• Both B and C

2. 2. What type of art were the Pacific Coast tribes known for creating?

• Clay sculptures

• Totem poles

• Oil paintings

• Textile art

3. 3. What do the Pacific Coast tribes believe about animals and plants?

• They are only for food.

• They hold special meanings.

• They are not important.

• They can be used for trade

4. 4. What type of homes did the Pacific Coast tribes often build?

• Mud huts

• Igloos

• Wood houses from cedar trees

• Stone houses

5. 5. What role did storytelling play in the culture of the Native Americans of the Pacific Coast?

• It was only for entertainment.

• It was a way to teach important lessons and pass down history.

• It was discouraged and not practiced.

• It was used only in ceremonies.

1. 1. What material did Southwest Native Americans traditionally use to build their homes?

• Wood and stone

• Adobe bricks

• Animal skins

• Bamboo

2. 2. Which tribe is known as the largest Native American tribe in the United States?

• Hopi

• Apache

• Pueblo

• Navajo

3. 3. What type of dwelling did the Navajo people traditionally live in?

• Hogans

• Tepees

• Longhouses

• Wigwams

4. 4. Which crops were important to Southwest Native Americans?

• Rice and wheat

• Potatoes and carrots

• Corn, beans, and squash

• Tomatoes and peppers

5. 5. What technique did Southwest Native Americans develop to grow crops in their dry climate?

• Greenhouse farming

• Terrace farming

• slash and burn

• Dry farming