Benchmark 2 Review

How did the geography of the Great Plains influence the lifestyle of the Native American tribes living there?

• It encouraged the development of fishing techniques.

• It led to a nomadic lifestyle centered around hunting bison.

• It promoted the building of cliff dwellings.

• It resulted in the creation of totem poles.

Which of the following best describes the role of women in many Native American tribes?

• They were primarily responsible for hunting.

• They held significant roles in agriculture and family life.

• They were not involved in decision-making processes.

• They were mainly responsible for building homes.

Explain how the Iroquois Confederacy was structured and its significance in Native American history.

• It was a single tribe with no alliances.

• It was a group of tribes that formed a democratic alliance for mutual benefit.

• It was a confederacy that focused solely on trade.

• It was a temporary alliance during times of war.

What was the primary purpose of totem poles among the Haida Indians?

• To serve as a form of currency.

• To record family lineage and stories.

• To be used as weapons in battle.

• To mark territorial boundaries.

Analyze the significance of the "Three Sisters" in Native American agriculture.

• They were three famous Native American women leaders.

• They were three types of animals important for hunting.

• They were three staple crops: corn, beans, and squash, grown together for mutual benefit.

• They were three rivers that provided water for farming.

What was the primary function of the Sun Dance among the Plains tribes?

• To celebrate the harvest season.

• To honor the spirits and seek guidance.

• To mark the beginning of the hunting season.

• To commemorate a successful battle.

Describe the lifestyle and adaptations of the Inuit Indians to their environment.

• They lived in permanent wooden houses and farmed the land.

• They were nomadic and relied on hunting sea mammals for survival.

• They built large earthen mounds for ceremonial purposes.

• They primarily engaged in trade with southern tribes.

What was the significance of the Busk ceremony among the Southeastern tribes?

• It was a ceremony to celebrate the first snowfall.

• It was a ritual to mark the beginning of the planting season.

• It was a festival to honor the ancestors.

• It was a dance to bring rain.

Evaluate the impact of the Mound Builders on the cultural landscape of North America.

• They left no significant structures or artifacts.

• They constructed large earthen mounds for religious and ceremonial purposes, influencing later cultures.

• They were primarily known for their pottery.

• They focused on building stone fortresses.

What role did clans play in the social structure of many Native American tribes?

• Clans were groups of warriors responsible for defense.

• Clans were family groups that determined social roles and responsibilities.

• Clans were temporary alliances formed during trade.

• Clans were groups of elders who made all decisions.