Unit 2: Culture Relearn

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Hiawatha Wampum Belt

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The Hiawatha Wampum Belt is a symbolic artifact representing unity and governance among the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. It is a way to pass on their stories without a written language.

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Incan Quipu

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A tool used by the Inca civilization to record information, such as census data, taxes, and other administrative details. It demonstrates the advanced organizational skills and innovative methods of communication in Inca culture without a written language

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Lakota Horse Mask

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These masks show the relationship between the Lakota and their horses as a spiritual/ sacred one.

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Navajo Cradleboard

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This innovative cradleboard shows how the Navajo women were relied upon to continue their regular chores even with a baby.

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Haudenosaunee Longhouse

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The Haudenosaunee Longhouse represents the communal living style of the Eastern Woodlands people. It reflects their emphasis on family, cooperation, and shared resources.

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Mayan Cenote

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Due to living in the rainforest and no access to large rivers or lakes, the Maya civilization, relied on cenotes to provide fresh water. They also served as sacred sites for rituals and offerings.

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Aztec Chinampas

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The Aztecs used chinampas, also known as "floating gardens," to adapt to their environment. These artificial islands allowed them to grow crops efficiently in the swampy areas of Central Mexico.

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Inca - Andes Mountains

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The Inca used terrace farming to adapt to the mountainous terrain of the Andes. This method allowed them to grow crops efficiently on steep slopes, preventing soil erosion and maximizing agricultural productivity.

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Lakota tipi

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The Lakota people of the Great Plains used tipis as their homes. Tipis were portable and suited to their nomadic lifestyle, allowing them to follow buffalo herds for food and resources.

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Aztecs' adaptation to their environment

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The Aztecs adapted to their environment by building causeways and canals to connect their city and manage water resources effectively.