Indigenous Life in Pre-Colonial California

Indigenous Life in Pre-Colonial California

Assessment

Interactive Video

Religious Studies, History, Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the history and impact of Spanish colonization on indigenous Californians. It begins with a personal connection to the Muskogee Creek Nation and Cherokee descent, then delves into the arrival of the Spanish in California, the establishment of missions, and the cultural diversity of pre-Spanish California. The video highlights the sophisticated knowledge and practices of indigenous people in land management and sustainability. It concludes with the effects of Spanish colonization, including the role of Father Junipero Serra and the use of indigenous labor in building missions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What significant event occurred during the 19th century that affected the Muskogee Creek Nation?

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Describe the impact of the Spanish arrival on the indigenous people of California in 1769.

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How did indigenous tribes in California communicate and trade with each other before the Spanish colonization?

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What were some of the methods used by indigenous people to manage the landscape in California?

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Explain the concept of 'the good life' as understood by the Kumiyai religion.

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What role did Father Junipero Serra play in the colonization of California?

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What was the purpose of the missions established by the Spanish in California?

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