Native Americans of Califronia

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Why were early California tribes diverse from each other?

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Because the geography kept them isolated

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What helped American Indians in the Northwest survive year-round?

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They could fish, hunt, and gather food

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What was the most important natural resource for Northwest tribes?

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The redwood tree

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What did Northeast tribes trade to get things they needed?

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Obsidian

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How was the weather in the Northeast described?

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Unpredictable and extreme

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Where did Central California tribes live?

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In many different areas including coast, valleys, and mountains

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Why could Central California tribes live a settled life?

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Because of the suitable climate

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What did Southern California Indian homes look like?

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Cone-shaped with branches and leaves

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How did native peoples' lives change when settlers arrived?

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Their lives changed forever

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What did Spanish settlers want to find in California?

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Gold and land