5th Grade S.S. Indigenous North America & Map A-1

Identify and locate the following geographic features

a

b

c

d

e

Rocky Mountains

Great Plains

Pacific Ocean

Gulf of Mexico

Atlantic Ocean

How did the climate and geography of the Northeast impact the clothing of Indigenous peoples in the region?

• They wore lightweight, loose clothing made of cotton.

• They made clothing from animal hides and fur to stay warm.

• They wore clothing made from woven palm leaves.

• They had no need for clothing due to the warm climate.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What type of housing was commonly used by Indigenous tribes in the Northeast, such as the Iroquois?

• Teepees

• Igloos

• Longhouses

• Pueblos

The Southeast region has a warm and humid climate. How did this affect agriculture for Indigenous peoples?

• They could grow crops like corn, beans, and squash year-round.

• They had difficulty growing any crops due to dryness.

• They only relied on hunting and gathering for food.

• They used irrigation systems to grow crops in the desert.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Why did Indigenous tribes of the Great Plains, such as the Lakota, live in teepees?

• Teepees provided shelter from extreme cold and wind.

• They were easy to build and take down for a nomadic lifestyle.

• They could store large amounts of food inside them.

• They were made of metal for added protection.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What was the primary food source for Indigenous peoples of the Great Plains?

• Fish from the ocean

• Corn and beans from large farms

• Bison, which they hunted for meat and materials

• Fruits and nuts from dense forests

How did the Indigenous peoples of the Great Plains adapt to their environment?

• They built permanent stone houses.

• They traveled frequently to follow the movement of bison.

• They created irrigation systems to water their crops.

• They built wooden boats to fish in rivers.

What natural resource was commonly used by Northeast tribes to build longhouses?

• Clay bricks

• Large pieces of ice

• Wood from nearby forests

• Dried grass and palm leaves

Which of the following is NOT a way geography influenced the lives of Indigenous peoples in the Southeast?

• The warm climate allowed for long growing seasons.

• The coastal environment provided fish and shellfish for food.

• They built homes out of ice to stay cool.

• Rivers provided fresh water and transportation.

How did Indigenous cultures across North America adapt differently to their environments?

• They all used the same housing, clothing, and food sources.

• They built different types of homes based on climate and available materials.

• They all lived in the Northeast and farmed the same crops.

• They avoided using natural resources for survival.