Q2 3 - Subarctic and Arctic Regions

What is the Subarctic region of North America known for?

• Deserts and sand dunes

• Northern forest and marshland

• Tropical rainforests

• Mountain ranges

What did many Subarctic peoples hunt?

• Lions and tigers

• Moose and caribou

• Elephants and rhinos

• Kangaroos and koalas

What type of structures did some Subarctic groups set up for shelter?

• Igloos

• Lean-to structures with sloped walls

• Treehouses

• Stone castles

What did the Deg Xinag build for more permanent structures?

• Wooden cabins

• Partially below-ground houses

• Stone towers

• Metal huts

What is the treeless zone of the Arctic region called?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Savannah

• Jungle

What did Arctic peoples use to make clothes?

• Cotton and silk

• Caribou furs and other animal hides

• Wool and linen

• Polyester and nylon

What type of homes did many Arctic peoples construct?

• Brick houses

• Igloos

• Treehouses

• Tents

What animals were primary hunting targets for Arctic peoples in the summer?

• Lions and tigers

• Caribou and musk oxen

• Elephants and rhinos

• Kangaroos and koalas

Who was considered the clan chief among some Inuit?

• The youngest member

• The senior male

• The strongest woman

• The eldest child

What did the early Inuit economy rely on?

• Money exchange

• Bartering goods and services

• Gold and silver trade

• Banking systems