The Iroquois Constitution Flashcard

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What is the Iroquois Confederacy?

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A political alliance of the Five Nations (Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca) formed for mutual defense and peace.

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What does the Tree of the Great Peace symbolize in the Iroquois Constitution?

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It symbolizes the unity and peace among the Five Nations.

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List the Five Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy.

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Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca.

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What does the term 'installed' mean in the context of The Iroquois Constitution?

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Sworn into leadership.

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What was the primary purpose of the Iroquois Confederacy?

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To unite the five nations for mutual defense and peace.

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What does it mean to have 'thick skin' according to The Iroquois Constitution?

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To be proof against anger, offensive actions, and criticism.

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What role did the Iroquois Confederacy play in relation to European settlers?

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It established a framework for negotiation and interaction with European settlers.

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How did the Iroquois Constitution influence democratic principles?

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It introduced concepts of collective decision-making and representation.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'seven spans' in The Iroquois Constitution?

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It refers to the metaphorical thickness of a lord's skin, indicating resilience.

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What is a key feature of the governance structure in the Iroquois Confederacy?

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Decisions were made collectively by representatives from each nation.