AP US History Notes: Native Populations (1491-1607)

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the AP US History notes on Native populations from 1491 to 1607, focusing on societal structure, European expansion, and the impact of contact with Europeans.

Matrilineal

A social system in which lineage and inheritance are traced through the mother's side.

The Great League of Peace

An alliance of five Iroquois tribes formed to promote peace and cooperation among them.

Columbian Exchange

The widespread transfer of plants, animals, diseases, and culture between the Americas, Europe, and Africa following Columbus's voyages.

Epidemic

A sudden outbreak of a disease that spreads rapidly and affects many individuals in a population.

Nomadic

A lifestyle characterized by moving from place to place rather than settling permanently in one location.

Crops

Plants cultivated for food, such as maize, squash, and beans, which were significant to Native American societies.

Ecological Changes

Alterations in the natural environment caused by human activity, particularly the impact of European colonization.

Trade Routes

Paths used for the exchange of goods and services between different groups, which were extensive among Native American tribes.

Immunity

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin, typically due to previous exposure.

Kinship

A social bond based on common ancestry or marriage that influences social structures and roles.