Eagle and Chief Totem Pole Facts

The video explores the National Museum of the American Indian, focusing on a 22-foot totem pole called 'The Eagle and the Chief.' The totem pole, crafted by David Bosley and his son, tells the story of a young boy who saves an eagle, which later returns to save his village from famine. The video delves into the history and significance of totem poles in Native communities of Alaska and British Columbia, highlighting their role in storytelling and community celebration. The crafting process and the ceremonial presentation of the totem pole are also discussed.

What is the primary focus of the National Museum of the American Indian?

• Objects from the Americas

• African Sculptures

• European Artifacts

• Asian Art

How tall is the Eagle and the Chief totem pole?

• 10 feet

• 22 feet

• 15 feet

• 30 feet

Where are totem poles traditionally placed?

• Inside homes

• In museums

• In gardens

• Outside, in front of big houses or on beaches

What change in the 19th century allowed totem poles to become more elaborate?

• Introduction of metal tools

• Increased demand for art

• Discovery of new wood types

• Advancements in painting techniques

What story does the Eagle and the Chief totem pole tell?

• A fisherman discovering a new land

• A battle between two tribes

• A young boy saving an eagle and later being saved by it

• A chief's journey to the mountains

What type of tree was used to carve the Eagle and the Chief totem pole?

• Oak

• Pine

• Maple

• Red Cedar

Who was the artist behind the Eagle and the Chief totem pole?

• Michael Johnson

• David Bosley

• Robert Brown

• John Smith

How long did it take to carve the Eagle and the Chief totem pole?

• Six months

• Two weeks

• One month

• Three months

What was the weight of the tree used for the totem pole?

• 3,000 pounds

• 2,000 pounds

• 1,500 pounds

• 700 pounds

Where is the artist David Bosley currently residing?

• New York

• Seattle

• Chicago

• Los Angeles