Native American Oral Literatures and Origin Stories Vocabulary

Flashcards about Native American Oral Literature and Origin Stories

Heterogeneous

The term for the diverse and complex beliefs, norms, systems of government, and art of indigenous peoples in the U.S. prior to European colonization.

Great Dying

The dramatic decrease in the indigenous population of the Americas between 1500-1600 due to European diseases, conflict, resettlement, and war.

Oral artistic traditions

Artistic traditions of Native Americans that were passed down verbally, and often not written down until after European contact.

Transcribing

The process by which oral texts are written down, which can distort the original meaning and complexity.

Iroquois Creation Story

A Native American creation story.

Winnebago Trickster Tales

Native American tales featuring a mischievous character.

Oratory

Public speaking or speeches that is very persuasive.

War Poetry

A type of poetry used by Native American.