The Iroquois Confederacy: Culture, History, and Legacy

The Iroquois, a major Native American tribe, formed a confederacy in 1550 to end inter-tribal conflict. Governed by the Great Council, they were skilled farmers and hunters. Their longhouses were central to their lifestyle. European contact brought trade but also disease, reducing their population. During the Revolutionary War, most tribes sided with the British, leading to their defeat and loss of independence. By 1838, many Iroquois were relocated to reservations. The video concludes with a review and quiz on the Iroquois' history and culture.

Who was the Onondaga chief responsible for uniting the Iroquois tribes?

• Tecumseh

• Geronimo

• Hiawatha

• Pontiac

What was the primary material used to construct Iroquois longhouses?

• Stone

• Clay

• Elm bark

• Reeds

How long were Iroquois longhouse villages typically built to last?

• More than 40 years

• About 20 years

• About 5 years

• 1 to 2 years

What was one of the main reasons the Iroquois sided with the British during the Revolutionary War?

• To support the colonists

• To receive better land and trade agreements

• To gain independence

• To avoid conflict

What was the impact of European contact on the Iroquois population by 1650?

• It decreased due to new diseases

• It increased significantly

• It remained stable

• It was unaffected