Social Studies Chapter 4

The Iroquois Confederacy was formed by __________ in 1142.

• The Hoyaneh

• Deganawidah

• The Clan Mothers

• The Mohawk

Why was the Iroquois Confederacy formed?

• The 5, later 6, nations were forced by Dekanawidah to ally with one another.

• The 5, later 6, nations needed trade partners.

• The 5, later 6, nations wanted to rid the land of European settlers.

• The 5, later 6, nations were at war with one another and wanted peace.

Which set of laws did members of the Iroquois Confederacy follow?

• The Great Law of Peace

• The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

• The Hiawatha Wampum

• Clan Law

The Tree of Peace, a symbol of the Confederacy, represents:

• Peace, strength and forgiveness

• Peace amongst all living things

• War, strength and loyalty

• Peace, strength and unity

What does the weapon buried under the Tree of Peace symbolize?

• A strong military force.

• Loyalty.

• Peace amongst nations.

• Protection for all who accept the Great Law of Peace.

What were the 5 original members of the Iroquois Confederacy?

• Mohawk, Seneca, Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga

• Mohawk, Seneca, Blackfoot, Oneida, Cayuga

• Seneca, Blackfoot, Mi'kmaq, Oneida, Cayuga

• Seneca, Onondaga, Oneida, Cayuga, Cree

What was the role of the Mohawk?

• "Younger Brother"

• Keeper of the Fire Council

• Keeper of the Eastern Door

• Leader of the Confederacy

Which nation, located at the centre of the Confederacy, was known as "Keeper of the Fire Council"?

• Cayuga

• Mohawk

• Seneca

• Onondaga

Which two nations, located between the guards and centre, were known as the "Younger Brothers"?

• Mohawk and Seneca

• Oneida and Cayuga

• Onondaga and Oneida

• Mohawk and Cayuga

What was the 6th nation to join the Confederacy in 1702?

• Tuscarora

• Blackfoot

• Haida

• Coast Salish