Questions on Northwest Coast Peoples

What details from the text support the idea that geography and climate influenced the lifestyle of the people of the Northwest Coast?

• Geography was irrelevant to the trade practices of the Northwest Coast communities.
• Climate had no impact on the social structures of the Northwest Coast tribes.
• The Northwest Coast people relied solely on agriculture for their food.
• Geography and climate provided abundant resources like timber and fish, influencing the lifestyle of the Northwest Coast people.

What were the ranks of people within a clan? What would cause people to move to a different rank?

• Ranks include only leaders and commoners; movement is based on age.
• Clan ranks are determined by wealth alone; achievements do not affect rank.
• There are no ranks in a clan; everyone has equal status regardless of actions.
• Ranks in a clan include leaders, warriors, artisans, and commoners; movement between ranks is caused by achievements or failures.

What details from the text help us understand that the activities of the Northwest Coast peoples reflected the seasons?

• Seasonal changes had no impact on their cultural practices.
• The Northwest Coast peoples only engaged in fishing activities.
• Their activities were the same throughout the year.
• The activities of the Northwest Coast peoples were influenced by seasonal changes.

On page 106, use context clues to define totem poles.

• Totem poles are large stone monuments found in ancient ruins.
• Totem poles are carved wooden structures representing cultural symbols and family lineage.
• Totem poles are colorful paintings depicting mythical creatures.
• Totem poles are traditional musical instruments used in ceremonies.

On page 106, use context clues to define inland.

• Inland means away from the coast or shore.
• Inland is a term for coastal cities.
• Inland refers to a type of fish.
• Inland means near the ocean.

How were winter months spent?

• Winter months were spent traveling to tropical destinations.
• Winter months were spent outdoors in the sun.
• Winter months were spent only watching television.
• Winter months were spent indoors with family, engaging in crafts, cooking, and winter sports.

What did the villagers do during the spring and summer months?

• The villagers went fishing in the winter months.
• The villagers built houses during the fall.
• The villagers farmed and tended to their crops.
• The villagers gathered fruits in the autumn.