Chumash Indians Quiz

What does the word 'Chumash' mean in their language?

• Fisherman

• Potter

• Bead maker

• Hunter

Where did the Chumash people live?

• Inland

• Desert

• Coast

• Mountains

What were the Chumash homes called?

• Teepees

• Igloos

• Ap

• Longhouses

What were the Chumash houses made from?

• Brick

• Tule reeds and willow branches

• Metal

• Concrete

What were the Chumash skilled at hunting and gathering?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Fish and shellfish

• Grains and legumes

• Meat and dairy

What did the Chumash build to go fishing in the ocean?

• Tents

• Huts

• Tomols

• Cabins

What were the Chumash known for creating?

• Sculptures

• Baskets, pottery, and beadwork

• Textiles

• Paintings

What did the Chumash trade with other tribes?

• Gold and silver

• Plastic and rubber

• Shells, baskets, and beads

• Diamonds and pearls

How did the Chumash celebrate the changing seasons?

• With fireworks

• With dances and songs

• With parades

• With sports events

Is the Chumash culture still alive today?

• No, it is forgotten

• Yes, many Chumash people are proud of their heritage

• Yes, it is completely lost

• No, it disappeared