Native American Folklore

Native American Folklore

12th Grade

10 Qs

quiz-placeholder

Similar activities

U.S. History: Cold War and Civil Rights Era

U.S. History: Cold War and Civil Rights Era

12th Grade

12 Qs

Citizenship

Citizenship

6th - 12th Grade

10 Qs

the Government in  USA&Aus

the Government in USA&Aus

10th Grade - University

14 Qs

Texas Eras Review

Texas Eras Review

7th Grade - University

10 Qs

AP Euro Semester 1 Final Review

AP Euro Semester 1 Final Review

10th - 12th Grade

15 Qs

Do you know your Black Canadian History?

Do you know your Black Canadian History?

9th - 12th Grade

15 Qs

HCE 1.2: Citizenship and Immigration

HCE 1.2: Citizenship and Immigration

10th - 12th Grade

10 Qs

Black History Month

Black History Month

3rd Grade - Professional Development

14 Qs

Native American Folklore

Native American Folklore

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

12th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

Created by

Kierstin Vaughan

Used 1+ times

FREE Resource

AI

Enhance your content in a minute

Add similar questions
Adjust reading levels
Convert to real-world scenario
Translate activity
More...

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the creation myths in Native American folklore?

They explain the origins of the world, the natural environment, and the people.

They are historical records of events

They are used for entertainment purposes only

They are fictional stories with no significance

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the famous trickster figure in Native American folklore and what role does he play?

Coyote, Raven, or Nanabozho

Eagle

Bear

Buffalo

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Name a legendary hero from Native American folklore and describe their heroic deeds.

Hiawatha - Known for uniting the Iroquois tribes and bringing peace and prosperity to the region.

Sitting Bull - Known for conquering neighboring tribes and expanding his territory.

Pocahontas - Known for leading a rebellion against the British colonizers.

Crazy Horse - Known for betraying his own people and joining forces with the enemy.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do animal spirits feature in Native American folklore and what do they represent?

Animal spirits represent the weather in Native American folklore.

Animal spirits represent different qualities, characteristics, and powers in Native American folklore.

Animal spirits represent the concept of time in Native American folklore.

Animal spirits represent different types of food in Native American folklore.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the importance of oral storytelling traditions in preserving Native American folklore.

The importance of oral storytelling traditions in preserving Native American folklore is overrated

Oral storytelling traditions preserve cultural knowledge, traditions, and values from one generation to the next.

Native American folklore can be preserved through written records instead of oral storytelling traditions

Oral storytelling traditions are not important in preserving Native American folklore

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some common themes found in Native American creation myths?

The use of advanced technology

The emergence of the world from chaos, the role of animals and nature, and the importance of oral tradition and storytelling

The influence of European culture

The emphasis on individualism

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do trickster figures challenge societal norms in Native American folklore?

By staying away from any kind of mischief

By using their cunning and mischievous behavior to disrupt the established order and question authority.

By always obeying authority without question

By following all the rules and regulations

Access all questions and much more by creating a free account

Create resources

Host any resource

Get auto-graded reports

Google

Continue with Google

Email

Continue with Email

Classlink

Continue with Classlink

Clever

Continue with Clever

or continue with

Microsoft

Microsoft

Apple

Apple

Others

Others

Already have an account?