Life and Culture of Pacific Northwest Native Americans

The video explores the Pacific Northwest region of Native Americans, covering their location in the northwestern United States and parts of Canada. It discusses their diet, which included hunting, fishing, and gathering, and highlights their expertise in whale hunting. The climate is described as having mild summers and cold, rainy winters. The video also explains the use of plank houses as permanent shelters.

What are the main topics covered in the video about the Pacific Northwest Native Americans?

• Their trade and economy

• Their religion and festivals

• Their location, diet, climate, and shelter

• Their language and art

In which areas did the Pacific Northwest Native Americans primarily reside?

• Southern United States and Mexico

• Eastern United States and Canada

• Northwestern United States and Canadian provinces

• Central United States and the Great Plains

Which of the following animals were commonly hunted by the Pacific Northwest Native Americans?

• Kangaroos and koalas

• Elephants and rhinos

• Mountain goats, deer, and elk

• Lions and tigers

What was a significant source of food for the Pacific Northwest Native Americans besides hunting?

• Growing rice and beans

• Farming corn and wheat

• Fishing for salmon and shellfish

• Raising cattle and sheep

How did the Pacific Northwest Native Americans supplement their diet apart from hunting and fishing?

• By importing food from distant lands

• By cultivating large farms

• By gathering nuts, berries, bulbs, and roots

• By trading with neighboring tribes

What type of climate did the Pacific Northwest region experience?

• Hot and dry with little rainfall

• Desert-like with extreme temperatures

• Tropical with high humidity

• Mild summers, cold winters, and frequent rain

What type of shelter did the Pacific Northwest Native Americans use?

• Plank houses made of cedar wood

• Igloos made of ice

• Mud huts with thatched roofs

• Teepees made of animal skins

How many people could typically live in a plank house?

• 15 to 20 people

• 2 to 4 people

• 5 to 7 people

• 10 to 12 people

For how long have plank houses been used by the Pacific Northwest Native Americans?

• Over 2,000 years

• Over 4,000 years

• Over 500 years

• Over 1,000 years