Totem Heritage Center Quiz

What is the estimated age of the mortuary totem pole at the Totem Heritage Center?

• 250 years old

• 200 years old

• 150 years old

• 100 years old

What role do totem poles play in the culture of the Tongass people?

• They are used for religious ceremonies.

• They are primarily decorative.

• They serve as reminders of stories and clan events.

• They are used for navigation.

Which feature indicates that a totem pole is a mortuary pole?

• A carved bear at the top

• A hollowed-out section

• A large base

• Brightly painted figures

What is the significance of the hollowed-out section in a mortuary pole?

• It is a decorative feature.

• It holds the remains of a respected individual.

• It is used to store food.

• It is used for climbing.

What is one of the features that help identify the human figure on the mortuary pole?

• The size of the pole

• The color of the paint

• The shape of the eyes and mouth

• The presence of wings

What was one of the misconceptions newcomers had about totem poles?

• They believed poles were religious idols.

• They thought poles were used for fishing.

• They assumed poles were made of stone.

• They thought poles were used for hunting.

Why was it significant to bring the totem poles to the center?

• To replace them with new poles

• To use them in modern art installations

• To preserve and educate about cultural heritage

• To sell them to tourists

What was a common practice by newcomers that led to the destruction of totem poles?

• Using them for firewood

• Using them as target practice

• Using them for construction

• Using them for fishing

What animal is depicted on the totem pole described in the last section?

• A salmon

• An eagle

• A wolf

• A bear

What is the effect of the killer whale's depiction on the totem pole?

• It looks like it's hunting.

• It appears to be flying.

• It seems to be standing upright.

• It looks like it's diving into the water.