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

Identify and locate the following geographic features

a

b

c

d

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Great Plains

Pacific Ocean

Gulf of Mexico

Atlantic Ocean

Rocky Mountains

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.

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.

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.

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.