Political organisation of Tainos

What was the chief of the Tainos called?

• Ouboutou

• Bohio

• Chief

• Cacique

The Tainos had a rigid class structure.

• True

• False

How was the chief's title in each Taino province obtained?

• The strongest warrior

• Through marriage

• Passed from father to oldest son (inherited)

• Taino people voted

Which of these was NOT a role of the Naboria in Taino society?

• To communicate with the gods

• Fight in wars

• Hunt for animals

• Build huts

The Taino leader performed all these duites EXCEPT:

• Settled land disputes

• Told the people when to plant and harvest crops

• Trained warriors

• Planned fishing trips

As the priest , the Bohique would ________________.

• Plan fishign trips

• Organise battles

• Communicate with gods during religious ceremonies

• Plant crops