History Week 4

Front

According to the Santee Sioux of Dakota, how many souls did each person have?

Back

Four souls

Front

What was the Santee Sioux of Dakota's belief regarding one of the souls after death?

Back

It would set out on a four day journey to the 'land of the spirits.'

Front

What was a common reaction among the relatives when a person died in the Santee Sioux of Dakota tribe?

Back

They would break out into loud wailing.

Front

What was the purpose of painting the face red and cutting off a lock of hair in the Santee Sioux of Dakota's funeral preparations?

Back

For preservation and decoration, and to give to the family to save until interment.

Front

What did the Santee Sioux of Dakota construct for the deceased's body?

Back

A platform for "Open Air Burial"

Front

According to Navajo death beliefs, what was the end of everything good?

Back

The death of a person

Front

What did the Navajos do to try to ward off death?

Back

They had rituals and chanting.

Front

What was a unique aspect of the Navajo funeral preparations?

Back

The body was washed and dressed in best clothing.

Front

How did the Navajos handle the possessions of the deceased?

Back

They were buried with the deceased.

Front

What was the duration of the mourning period for the Navajos after a death?

Back

Four days