Powhatan Culture and Lifestyle

Miss James introduces the Powhatan Indians, encouraging students to imagine life in their environment. The Powhatan were part of the Eastern Woodland region, living in villages with resources from nature. They built protective fences and lived in longhouses. The Powhatan lifestyle included farming, hunting, and using canoes for transportation. The video concludes with a mention of Pocahontas, a famous Powhatan Indian.

What type of dwelling did the Powhatan Indians live in?

• Teepees

• Longhouses

• Igloos

• Cottages

What natural resources did the Powhatan people rely on for their survival?

• Desert plants

• Ocean fish

• Woodland animals and trees

• Mountain minerals

Why is the region where the Powhatan lived called the Eastern Woodland?

• It is located in the western United States

• It is covered with deserts

• It is on the eastern side of the United States and has many trees

• It is a coastal region

What was the primary reason for building a tall wooden fence around Powhatan villages?

• To support climbing plants

• To protect from intruders

• To mark territory

• To keep animals inside

What were Powhatan longhouses made from?

• Stone and clay

• Wood, bark, and reeds

• Bricks and mortar

• Metal and glass

What activities did Powhatan men primarily engage in?

• Farming and weaving

• Trading and crafting

• Fishing and hunting

• Cooking and cleaning

How did the Powhatan people primarily travel from place to place?

• By horse

• By bicycles

• By foot

• By dugout canoes

What type of shoes did the Powhatan wear?

• Moccasins

• Boots

• Sneakers

• Sandals

What crops did Powhatan women primarily farm?

• Barley and oats

• Rice and wheat

• Corn, beans, and squash

• Potatoes and tomatoes

Who is the most famous Powhatan Indian known to history?

• Sitting Bull

• Geronimo

• Pocahontas

• Crazy Horse