Native American Tipi Construction and Trade

The video tutorial explains the process of setting up a Cheyenne-style teepee, starting with the construction of a tripod and the placement of poles. It covers the method of wrapping the structure and discusses the historical transition from using buffalo hides to canvas as a covering material. The video also touches on the trade dynamics between Native Americans and European traders, highlighting the exchange of buffalo hides for canvas.

What is the initial step in setting up a Cheyenne-style tipi?

• Wrapping the poles

• Placing the cover

• Setting up the tripod

• Tying the knots

Why was canvas preferred over buffalo hide for making tipis?

• Canvas was more durable

• Canvas was lighter and allowed light through

• Canvas was cheaper

• Canvas was more colorful

What was a significant advantage of using larger buffalo hides in tipi construction?

• They required less sewing

• They provided better insulation

• They were easier to transport

• They were more waterproof

What did the Native Americans trade buffalo hides for?

• Food supplies

• Canvas

• Weapons

• Metal tools

Where were the buffalo hides traded by Native Americans primarily sent?

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

• Australia

What was the main reason for trading buffalo hides with the hair on them?

• To use them as blankets

• To preserve them longer

• To make them more valuable

• To exchange for canvas