Exploring the Cultures of the New World in APUSH Period 1

The video introduces Native American societies, focusing on their social, political, and economic structures before European arrival. It covers the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas in Central and South America, highlighting their organized societies and trade networks. In North America, diverse tribes developed unique languages and social systems. The video explores the Southwest's irrigation systems, the Northwest's longhouses, and the Great Plains' nomadic tribes. It also discusses the Iroquois Confederation and other Northeast settlements, emphasizing their adaptation to the environment.

What is the essential question for the course on Native American societies?

• Explain the trade systems of Native American tribes.

• Describe the impact of European colonization on Native American cultures.

• List the major Native American tribes and their locations.

• Describe two Native populations in North America and their societal developments.

Which civilization was known for building cities in the rainforest?

• The Hohokam

• The Aztecs

• The Mayans

• The Incas

Which Native American group established a powerful empire in Central America?

• The Hohokam

• The Incas

• The Aztecs

• The Mayans

What was a common crop cultivated by the populations in North America?

• Wheat

• Rice

• Corn

• Barley

Which group developed multi-storied buildings in the Southwest?

• The Navajo

• The Sioux

• The Pueblo

• The Apache

What was the primary diet of the Northwest Pacific Coast natives?

• Corn and beans

• Buffalo meat

• Hunting and fishing

• Cultivated crops

What type of homes did the tribes in the Great Plains live in?

• Plank houses

• Earthen mounds

• Teepees

• Longhouses

Which culture is known for developing large earthen mounds?

• The Apache

• The Iroquois

• The Adena-Hopewell

• The Sioux

What significant political union was formed by the Iroquois?

• The Iroquois Confederation

• The United Tribes Alliance

• The Great Council

• The Confederation of the Plains

How did the Apache adapt to changing seasons according to the video?

• By trading with other tribes

• By building permanent settlements

• By migrating to warmer areas

• By storing large amounts of food