American Indian History and Culture Quiz

The food, clothing, and shelter used by the Indians depended on what?

• The seasons

• The animals

• The rivers

• The mountains

What do historians use to understand and learn about people who lived long ago in an area?

• Artifacts

• Books

• Paintings

• Maps

What are the festivals called where American Indians teach others about their culture?

• Powwows

• Carnivals

• Parades

• Fairs

Where are the current state-recognized American Indian tribes located?

• Regions throughout Virginia

• Only in the mountains

• Near the coast

• In the cities

How long have American Indian people lived in Virginia?

• For thousands of years

• For hundreds of years

• For decades

• For centuries

The artifacts discovered at Jamestown gave us clues about the interactions of which groups in early Virginia?

• Indians, English, and Africans

• Indians and Spanish

• English and French

• Africans and Dutch

What are scientists called who study all kinds of material evidence left by people from the past?

• Archaeologists

• Biologists

• Geologists

• Historians

During what season did American Indians living in Virginia harvest crops for food?

• Fall

• Spring

• Summer

• Winter

What was the major source of food for Virginia's Indians in winter?

• Fish and berries

• Birds and other animals

• Nuts and seeds

• Fruits and vegetables

Where was the headquarters of Powhatan in 1607?

• Near the James River

• Near the York River

• Near the Potomac River

• Near the Rappahannock River