Developing American Indian Cultures

What is a cultural region?

• A region with a distinct environment

• A region where certain animals live

• A region with similar cultures

• A region with a lot of natural resources

How did climate impact American Indian culture?

• It influenced their language and traditions

• It determined their religious beliefs

• It affected their farming practices

• It determined the type of water that they drank

What physical feature influenced the culture of American Indians in the Southeast?

• Mountains

• Plains

• Swamps

• Deserts

Which natural resource influenced the shelter-building materials of American Indians in the Eastern Woodlands?

• Timber (Wood)

• Wildlife

• Soil

• Water

How did the availability of water impact agriculture in cultural regions?

• Regions with ample rainfall relied more on hunting and gathering

• Regions with enough rainfall farmed more

• Regions with little water had advanced farming techniques

• Regions with abundant water relied solely on fishing

What type of homes did American Indians in the Plateau region build to adapt to the climate?

• Cliff dwellings

• Underground homes

• Tree Houses

• Homes on stilts

Which cultural region had grasslands with no trees and harsh winters?

• Northwest Coast

• California-Intermountain

• Great Plains

• Southwest

What did American Indians in the Southwest region do to adapt to the hot climate?

• Built homes underground

• Moved from place to place

• Built homes on stilts

• Relied on fishing for food