Native American Tribes Quiz

Why did the Chickasaw Indians build their villages on high ground?

• to be located in the mountains

• to see approaching enemies

• to avoid flood waters

• to make sure traders could find them

What is one difference between Cherokee and Shawnee shelters?

• The Cherokee shelters had roofs made of bark or thatch, while the Shawnee shelters had roofs made of poplar bark only.

• The Cherokee people had two types of shelters, and the Shawnee people had one.

• The Cherokee people lived in domed shelters, while the Shawnee people lived in rectangular shelters.

• The Cherokee people lived in houses with open sides, while the Shawnee people lived in houses with mud sides.

Why are Creek Indians considered a matrilineal society?

• They believed in a great spirit they called “Our Grandmother.”

• They put women in charge of planting and harvesting crops.

• They called their village chief a matri.

• They considered children to be part of the mother’s clan.

Which Tennessee tribe spoke the Algonquian language?

• Chickasaw

• Cherokee

• Shawnee

• Creek

The mico, or village chief, was a leader in which Tennessee tribe?

• Cherokee

• Shawnee

• Creek

• Chickasaw

Write each American Indian group in the region where they lived.

Why did the Chickasaw Indians build their villages on high ground?

• to be located in the mountains

• to see approaching enemies

• to avoid flood waters

• to make sure traders could find them

What is one difference between Cherokee and Shawnee shelters?

• The Cherokee shelters had roofs made of bark or thatch, while the Shawnee shelters had roofs made of poplar bark only.

• The Cherokee people had two types of shelters, and the Shawnee people had one.

• The Cherokee people lived in domed shelters, while the Shawnee people lived in rectangular shelters.

• The Cherokee people lived in houses with open sides, while the Shawnee people lived in houses with mud sides.

Determine whether each phrase describes the appearance of the Cherokee people, Chickasaw people, or both. Write CHE for Cherokee, CHI for Chickasaw, or B for both. 1. women wore copper arm bands 2. wore buffalo robes 3. clothing made of woven fiber or animal skin 4. men had scalp lock

Why are Creek Indians considered a matrilineal society?

• They believed in a great spirit they called “Our Grandmother.”

• They put women in charge of planting and harvesting crops.

• They called their village chief a matri.

• They considered children to be part of the mother’s clan.