Powhatan Contributions and Lifestyle

The Powhatan lived in the Eastern Woodlands of the U.S., characterized by mild winters and hot summers. They utilized natural resources for housing and transportation, living in longhouses and using dugout canoes. Human resources like hunters and farmers were vital for sustenance, with a diet centered on squash, corn, and beans. The Powhatan contributed to modern life with farming techniques, environmental knowledge, and cultural arts.

What type of climate did the Eastern Woodlands, where the Powhatan lived, have?

• Hot winters and cold summers

• Cold winters and mild summers

• Dry winters and wet summers

• Mild winters and hot, humid summers

What materials did the Powhatan use to build their longhouses?

• Stone and clay

• Wood and bark

• Metal and straw

• Brick and mortar

Which of the following was NOT a role of the Powhatan people?

• Fishermen

• Hunters

• Farmers

• Blacksmiths

What were the 'three sisters' in the Powhatan diet?

• Apples, pears, and grapes

• Potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers

• Rice, wheat, and barley

• Corn, beans, and squash

Which of the following is a contribution of the Powhatan to modern life?

• Industrial machinery

• Farming techniques

• Digital technology

• Space exploration