Exploring the Eastern Woodlands

Which Native American tribes were part of the Eastern Woodlands culture?

• Apache and Navajo

• Iroquois and Algonquin

• Zuni and Hopi

• Sioux and Cheyenne

What type of homes did the Eastern Woodlands tribes typically live in?

• Teepees

• Igloos

• Longhouses

• Adobe pueblos

Which natural resource was most important to the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Desert sand

• Ocean fish

• Forest trees

• Prairie grasses

What was the primary method of transportation for the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Horseback riding

• Canoes

• Walking

• Dog sleds

What was the main staple crop grown by the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Potatoes

• Wheat

• Corn

• Rice

The Eastern Woodlands tribes are known for a confederation that was formed for peace and mutual defense. What was it called?

• The Apache Alliance

• The Iroquois Confederacy

• The Algonquin Union

• The Cherokee Coalition

Which of the following was a common practice among Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Whale hunting

• Totem pole carving

• Wampum bead crafting

• Sand painting

What type of clothing was typically worn by the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Animal skin garments

• Silk robes

• Cotton tunics

• Woolen cloaks

Which of the following games, still played today, is believed to have originated with the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• Soccer

• Lacrosse

• Basketball

• Volleyball

What was the role of a sachem in the Eastern Woodlands tribes?

• A warrior leader

• A religious shaman

• A chief or leader

• A master craftsman