Lenape

The first people to come to NJ arrived how many years ago?

• 12,000 years ago across an ice bridge.
• In the 1600's when the Europeans came.
• They always lived in NJ.

When the colonists came to NJ they believed that Lenape were separate tribes. Why would the colonists think this?

• They looked different from each other.

• They were split into 3 phratries.

• They had different haircuts.

What effects did the colonists have on the Lenape when they came to America in the 1600's?

• They spread diseases.
• They forced the Lenape into reservations (made them move).
• Both A and B

What were the symbols of the different phratries of the Lenape?

• turkey, eagle, wolf
• coyote, turkey, wolf
• turkey, turtle, wolf

How did slash and burn help the Lenape?

• It cleared the land and made the soil rich.
• Scared off evil spirits to build their new homes.
• Burned down new homes before they moved somewhere new.

What materials did the Lenape use to build wigwams and longhouses?

• bricks

• saplings and bark

• stones

What tools did the Lenape use for hunting?

• guns

• bows and arrows, spears, traps

• guns, traps, spears

The main thing the Lenape worshipped was which of the following?

• plants

• animals

• The Great Spirit

What are some reminders of the Native American heritage in New Jersey?

• Lenape natives are in the government

• Cities and places have Lenape names. (Like Manahawkin)

• Many tribes hold celebrations each month

What are the 3 sisters?

• corn, beans, potatoes
• beans, potatoes, squash
• corn, beans, squash