The Pequot Tribe: Culture, Lifestyle, and History

The Pequot tribe, located in Connecticut, were fierce warriors and skilled farmers, hunters, and fishermen. They cultivated the Three Sisters crops and lived in longhouses and wigwams. The Pequots formed a trade alliance with the Dutch but had conflicts with English settlers, leading to a devastating attack on their village. The video reviews these aspects and includes questions to reinforce learning.

In which state did the Pequot tribe primarily reside?

• New York

• Ohio

• Delaware

• Connecticut

What was the title given to the leader of the Pequot tribe?

• Grand Satcham

• Tribal Chief

• Clan Mother

• Head Warrior

What type of temporary shelters did the Pequots build during their summer hunting expeditions?

• Longhouses

• Wigwams

• Cabins

• Teepees

Which European settlers did the Pequots establish a trade relationship with in 1614?

• Dutch

• Spanish

• French

• English

What was the outcome of the conflict between the Pequots and English settlers in 1637?

• Pequots won the battle

• English settlers were defeated

• A major Pequot village was destroyed

• Pequots formed an alliance with the English