Native American Food

What types of food did women and children collect for the tribes' diets?

• Meat and fish

• Grains and legumes

• Dairy products

• Nuts, berries, roots, vegetables, fruits, and seeds

Which foods introduced by Native Americans continue to be important in modern diets?

• Squash, tomatoes, and wild rice

• Wheat, barley, and oats

• Apples, oranges, and bananas

• Corn, beans, and potatoes

How did Native American men obtain protein food?

• Through farming and agriculture

• Through hunting, trapping, and fishing

• Through trading with other tribes

• Through gathering fruits and vegetables

Which of the following was a way to cook food?

• Throwing heated stones in water

• Baking in an oven

• Put the food in a pot on the stove

• Heat it in the microwave

What was the division of labor among Native American tribes?

• Men hunted and fished for protein while women and children collected nuts, berries, and other plant-based foods.

• Men and women both hunted and fished for protein while children collected nuts, berries, and other plant-based foods.

• Men and women both collected nuts, berries, and other plant-based foods while children hunted and fished for protein.

• Men and women both hunted and fished for protein while children helped with household chores.

Which foods did Southeast Indian tribes like the Cherokee rely on?

• Corn, squash, and beans

• Wild onions, rice, mushrooms, berries, and nuts

• Potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers

• Wheat, barley, and oats