Pre-Columbian Native American Regions and Tribes

Vocabulary flashcards covering the characteristics, locations, and survival strategies of various Native American tribes prior to European arrival.

Iroquois

Northeast tribes that relied on maize for survival, utilized trees for housing, and lived in multigenerational families.

Cherokee

South tribes that relied on maize, beans, and squash, featuring maternal cultures where power was passed down through generations.

Kohaki

A Mississippian group located in the West characterized by rich soil, large populations, and active trade with other groups.

Choacia

A name associated with the Mississippi region which featured rich soil.

Great Plains and Bastion region

A region with a very hot climate where inhabitants led a nomadic lifestyle, moving according to the seasons.

Buffalo

The specific animal that men were responsible for hunting in the Great Plains and Bastion region.

Northwest (California)

A region where tribes did not practice agriculture, maintained permanent settlements, and used the ocean for food.