Indigenous Peoples of the American Southwest: A Cultural Journey

Shauna introduces the American Southwest, highlighting its Indigenous peoples and their history. The region, including Arizona and New Mexico, was originally home to various tribes who practiced farming and hunting. The arrival of Spanish colonists in the 1500s brought both new resources and challenges, including diseases and violence. Despite these challenges, Indigenous cultures have persisted. The video focuses on the Hopi, Navajo, and Mojave tribes, emphasizing the importance of understanding their histories and languages. A review section with questions helps reinforce the learning material.

Which of the following states is part of the American Southwest?

• Arizona

• Wyoming

• Missouri

• Oregon

How did the Indigenous peoples of the American Southwest traditionally sustain themselves?

• Both farming and hunting

• By hunting

• Through farming

• By importing food from other regions

What significant change occurred for the Indigenous peoples of the American Southwest in the 1500s?

• They expanded their territory

• The Spanish began invading their land

• They experienced a water shortage

• They moved towards the ocean

Which of the following crops was introduced to the Indigenous peoples by the Spanish colonists?

• Squash

• Corn

• Beans

• Wheat

Which tribes are focused on in the program about the American Southwest Indigenous groups?

• Cherokee, Sioux, and Iroquois

• Hopi, Navajo, and Mojave

• Apache, Comanche, and Pueblo

• Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Ute