Native American Tribes in Mississippi Quiz

Which are the main Native American tribes in Mississippi?

• Natchez, Choctaw, and Chickasaw

• Cherokee, Apache, and Sioux

• Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni

• Iroquois, Mohawk, and Seneca

The Choctaw and Chickasaw were once part of the same what?

• Big tribe

• Small village

• Large city

• Tiny island

Where is the Chickasaw land mostly located?

• Northern Mississippi

• Southern Alabama

• Eastern Texas

• Western Georgia

The Natchez land is mostly located in which states?

• Louisiana and Mississippi

• Texas and Oklahoma

• Florida and Georgia

• Alabama and Tennessee

What crops did the Chickasaw and Natchez both farm?

• Corn and other crops

• Wheat and barley

• Rice and beans

• Potatoes and tomatoes

What game did the Choctaw use to settle disagreements?

• Stickball

• Soccer

• Basketball

• Baseball

Why were Chickasaw children given freedom in nature?

• Their philosophy revolved around observing nature and respecting the outdoors

• They had no schools

• They lived in the forest

• They were hunters

Choctaw soldiers were helpful in World War I and II because of what skill?

• Their native language allowed secret messages to be passed without being decoded by the enemy

• They were excellent fighters

• They had advanced weapons

• They were skilled pilots

Where were the Choctaw and Chickasaw removed to?

• Indian Territory

• Canada

• Mexico

• Florida

Why did Native Americans fight against De Soto and his men?

• To protect their villages from the Europeans

• To gain new land

• To find gold

• To explore new territories