The Lenape People and Their Seasonal Life

What is one of the first signs of spring for the Lenape people?

• The migration of birds

• The appearance of black cherry blossoms

• The first rainfall

• The melting of ice

What crops did the Lenape women and girls plant in spring?

• Rice, millet, and sorghum

• Corn, squash, and beans

• Wheat, barley, and oats

• Potatoes, carrots, and onions

How did the Lenape men and boys travel for hunting trips?

• On bicycles

• On horseback

• In dugout canoes

• By sled

What activity did Lenape children enjoy during summer?

• Gathering berries and playing in rivers

• Building snowmen

• Ice skating

• Flying kites

What was corn used for by the Lenape people?

• To feed livestock

• To make cornmeal and bread

• To brew beer

• To create dyes

What did the Lenape harvest in autumn besides gourds and pumpkins?

• Apples and pears

• Nuts, roots, and berries

• Potatoes and carrots

• Wheat and barley

What type of home did the Lenape strengthen for winter?

• Teepees

• Igloos

• Wigwams

• Log cabins

What did the Lenape elders do during winter?

• Traveled to warmer regions

• Told stories of history and creation

• Built new homes

• Taught hunting skills

What did Lenape women and girls make during winter?

• Tools and weapons

• Musical instruments

• Clothes and moccasins

• Jewelry and ornaments

How did the Lenape people live their lives?

• By the tides of the ocean

• In harmony with the seasons

• By following the stars

• According to the phases of the moon