Where were natural resources plentiful in the context of the complex societies in the West?

• From California to Nevada

• From Alaska to Oregon

• From Texas to Arizona

• From Washington to Montana

What was hunted in large canoes in the Pacific Northwest?

• Salmon

• Whales

• Seals

• Deer

What did the forests provide for the tribes in the Pacific Northwest?

• Shelter

• Medicines

• Food to gather

• Clothing materials

What was the purpose of the potlatch ceremony among the tribes in the Pacific Northwest?

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To mark the beginning of the hunting season

• To keep inequality from destabilizing the tribe

• To elect new tribal leaders

What type of environment did the Hohokam peoples live in?

• A forgiving and easy to manage environment

• A desert environment

• A tropical rainforest environment

• An unforgiving environment

What did the Hohokam peoples develop that allowed them to grow crops like squash, corn, and beans?

• Hunting techniques

• Trade routes

• Irrigation systems

• Fishing tools

Which of the following was a part of the Hohokam peoples' culture?

• Use of pottery and certain religious expressions

• Use of metal tools and weapons

• Development of written language

• Construction of large monuments

What does the Hohokam peoples' religious expression indicate about their contact with other cultures?

• It shows contact with European cultures

• It shows contact with central American tribes

• It shows contact with Asian cultures

• It shows contact with northern American tribes

What type of homes did the Anasazi people build?

• Igloos

• Pueblos

• Teepees

• Cabins

Where were the Anasazi pueblos typically located?

• In open plains

• Along riverbanks

• On the side of canyons and cliffs

• In dense forests