Catawba Indian Nation Technology and Culture

The video explores the significance of King Hagler, a Catawba leader, and his role in negotiating land for the Catawba people. It highlights the cultural importance of Catawba pottery and textile technology, challenging misconceptions about European views on Native American technology. The video also provides a DIY guide to creating Catawba-inspired pottery, emphasizing the cultural heritage and craftsmanship of the Catawba Nation.

Who created the statue of King Hagler featured in the new exhibit?

• Angel

• Chaz Fagan

• Hernando de Soto

• King Hagler

What role did King Hagler play in the history of the Catawba Indian Nation?

• He was a textile maker.

• He was a British settler.

• He was a chief who negotiated land rights.

• He was a potter.

How is King Hagler represented in Catawba pottery?

• As a statue in the museum

• As a textile pattern

• As a painting

• As handles on pottery

What is one of the earliest technologies the Catawba were involved in?

• Pottery making

• Textile technology

• Metalworking

• Wood carving

What plant is primarily used in Catawba textile technology?

• Oak

• Pine

• Mulberry

• Cedar

What misconception did Europeans have about Native American technology?

• It was superior to European technology.

• It was not as advanced as European technology.

• It was only used for pottery.

• It was the same as European technology.

What did Hernando de Soto's expedition note about Native American textiles?

• They were not documented.

• They were inferior to European textiles.

• They were better than those in Spain or Portugal.

• They were only used for clothing.

What is required to make authentic Catawba pottery?

• Using synthetic materials

• Following European traditions

• Using modern clay pits

• Being a member of the Catawba Indian Nation

What ingredients are used to make Catawba-inspired salt dough?

• Clay and water

• Flour, salt, and water

• Sand and glue

• Cornmeal and oil

Where can you learn more about Catawba pottery?

• The Smithsonian

• The British Museum

• The Catawba Cultural Center

• The Louvre