Raramuri Q/A

Where do the Tarahumara people live?

• In the plains of Mexico
• In the deserts of Mexico
• In the mountains of Mexico
• In the coastal areas of Mexico

What is the literal meaning of the name Raramuri?

• "Mountain dwellers"
• "Feet runners"
• "Sky walkers"
• "People of the sea"

What are the Tarahumara known for?

• Their fishing skills
• Their weaving techniques
• Their running abilities
• Their pottery making

How have the Tarahumara responded to the modern world since the 1700s?

• They have adapted quickly to changes
• They have embraced modern Mexican culture
• They have resisted modern changes
• They have integrated modern technology into their culture

What is one of the reasons the Tarahumara move higher into the mountains?

• To farm better
• To avoid contact with outside groups
• To seek better weather conditions
• To hunt for food

How do the Tarahumara teach their children about their customs and language?

• Through textbooks
• Through storytelling and living examples
• Through digital media
• Through formal schooling

How long have the Tarahumara survived since the Spanish first arrived in Mexico?

• 100 years
• 300 years
• 500 years
• 700 years

What is the name of the mountains where the Tarahumara live?

• The Sierra Madre
• The Rocky Mountains
• The Andes
• The Copper Canyon

What minerals deep in the mountains of Copper Canyon are of interest to mining companies?

• Gold and silver
• Iron and coal
• Copper and zinc
• Diamonds and rubies

What effect are logging companies having on the area where the Tarahumara live?

• They are reforesting the area
• They are improving the soil quality
• They are having no significant effect
• They are slowly destroying the forests