Indigenous North American Tattoos

The video explores the prevalence and historical significance of tattoos in the US, particularly within Indigenous cultures. It highlights the diverse techniques and tools used for tattooing, emphasizing their cultural, social, and religious importance. Tattoos served as symbols of clan affiliation, personal achievements, and were believed to possess healing and supernatural powers. The impact of colonization nearly erased these traditions, but a modern revival is helping Indigenous Americans reconnect with their heritage.

What percentage of the US population is estimated to have tattoos?

• 60%

• 75%

• 25%

• 46%

Which of the following was NOT a method used by Indigenous tribes for tattooing?

• Piercing with cactus pines

• Cutting designs into the skin

• Using needles and ink

• Rubbing pigment into wounds

In Indigenous cultures, tattoos were used to signify all of the following EXCEPT:

• Clan affiliation

• Personal achievements

• Wealth status

• Major life milestones

What belief did some Indigenous tribes hold about tattoos?

• They could cure diseases

• They were purely decorative

• They were a sign of wealth

• They were a form of punishment

What has been the recent trend regarding Indigenous tattoo art?

• It has been completely forgotten

• It is being revived and celebrated

• It is only practiced by elders

• It is banned in most tribes