Tigua Tribe Cultural Knowledge Assessment

The video tutorial explores the history and culture of the Tigua Indians from Ysleta del Sur Pueblo. It covers their original homeland, the impact of the Spanish colonization, and the 1680 Pueblo Revolt. The video highlights the cultural traditions maintained in El Paso, including the acequia system and the significance of the church. It also discusses the importance of Hueco Tanks for water and ceremonies. The tribe's efforts in cultural preservation, language teaching, and federal recognition are emphasized.

What was the main reason for the Pueblo Revolt of 1680?

• To gain independence from the Spanish

• To expand their territory

• To convert to Catholicism

• To establish trade with other tribes

What traditional agricultural method did the Tigua reintroduce in El Paso?

• Slash and burn

• Acequia system

• Hydroponics

• Terrace farming

What is the significance of the church at Ysleta for the Tigua people?

• It is the largest church in Texas

• It is made entirely of stone

• It is the oldest church in Texas

• It was built by the Spanish in 1800

Who is the patron saint of the Tigua Pueblo?

• Saint Francis

• Saint Peter

• Saint Anthony

• Saint John

What natural feature at Hueco Tanks provided water for the Tigua?

• A rock formation

• A waterfall

• A lake

• A river

What tool did the Tigua use for grinding medicinal plants?

• Wooden mallet

• Stone grinder

• Metate

• Mortar and pestle

When did the Tigua tribe gain federal recognition?

• 1990s

• 1960s

• 1970s

• 1980s

What is a key focus of the Tigua's cultural preservation efforts?

• Language preservation

• Building new structures

• Developing new technologies

• Expanding territory

What traditional art forms do the Tigua continue to practice?

• Weaving and knitting

• Metalwork and jewelry

• Pottery and drum making

• Sculpting and painting

What realization did the Tigua have when reconnecting with New Mexico Pueblos in the 1960s?

• They had lost their traditions

• They had different cultural identities

• They needed to modernize

• They were one and the same