Native American History Quizzes for 2nd Grade

Question 1

Native American tribes often organized their people into groups based on family ties. What were these groups called?

Accepted Answer

Clans

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Families

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Tribes

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Nations

Question 2

How did the arrival of Europeans impact the lives of Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

New diseases and the loss of land were major challenges for Native Americans.

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Native Americans gained more land and resources.

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Native Americans could now travel and trade more easily.

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Native Americans received better education and healthcare from the Europeans.

Question 3

How did the belief in the Great Spirit shape the everyday lives of Native American tribes?

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It guided their choices about hunting and farming.

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It had no impact on their daily routines.

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It only affected their religious rituals.

Question 4

Native American tribes had many different stories about how the world began. Which of these stories is an example of a Native American creation story?

Accepted Answer

The story of how the world was created from the tears of a giant turtle

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The story of how the first humans were created from corn

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The story of George Washington crossing the Delaware River

Question 5

What were some of the important jobs that women did in Native American tribes?

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Gathering food, making clothes, and caring for children

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Hunting and fighting in wars

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Leading religious ceremonies and healing people

Question 6

How did the Cherokee and Iroquois tribes have different ways of choosing their leaders?

Accepted Answer

The Cherokee had a council of chiefs, while the Iroquois had a Grand Council with representatives from different tribes.

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The Cherokee council was elected by the people, while the Iroquois Grand Council was appointed by the chiefs.

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The Cherokee council had more power than the Iroquois Grand Council.

Question 7

Which item was NOT traded by Native American tribes?

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Plastic beads

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Buffalo skins

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Corn

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Horses

Question 8

In the past, what was a common food that many Native American tribes ate?

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Berries that grew naturally

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Spices that came from other countries

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Pizza with cheese and tomato sauce

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Sweet candy in different flavors

Question 9

How did horses greatly impact Native American tribes living on the Great Plains?

Accepted Answer

Horses made it easier to travel and hunt buffalo.

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Horses made it harder to travel because they scared the buffalo.

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Horses had no effect on the Native American way of life.

Question 10

In Native American tribes, women had different roles than women in European societies. Which of these tasks was typically NOT done by women in Native American tribes?

Accepted Answer

Leading hunting and warfare parties

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Raising children

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Gathering food and resources

Question 11

Native Americans believe the land is sacred. How does this belief influence their lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

Native Americans respect the environment and use its resources wisely.

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Native Americans farm the land and build permanent homes.

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Native Americans believe they are superior to others and take whatever they want from the land.

Question 12

Why did Native American tribes often fight against European settlers?

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To protect their land and way of life

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To gain more land

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Because they were afraid

Question 13

In many Native American tribes, women had important jobs. What were some of the ways women helped their tribes?

Accepted Answer

Women found food and took care of the children.

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Women led the tribe and made important decisions.

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Women stayed home and did not do anything outside the house.

Question 14

Why did Native American tribes use storytelling and oral traditions?

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To pass down their history, culture, and values

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To entertain children

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To record their laws and rules

Question 15

What are some challenges that Native American communities in the United States still face today?

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Not having enough doctors or nurses to help sick people

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Not having enough jobs for people who want to work

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Losing their traditions and customs

Question 16

Native American communities valued the role of shamans. What was their most important duty?

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Healing the sick and connecting with spirits

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Leading hunting expeditions to provide food

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Creating tools and weapons for everyday use

Question 17

Which of these was NOT one of the major Native American tribes in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Vikings

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Cherokee

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Iroquois

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Navajo

Question 18

Who was the first European explorer to meet Native Americans in the New World?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

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John Smith

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Jacques Cartier

Question 19

How did the arrival of Europeans change the lives of Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

It introduced new diseases and war.

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It brought more trade and wealth.

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It helped Native Americans expand their territories.

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It had no effect on Native American life.

Question 20

What was the Trail of Tears?

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A forced march of Native Americans from their homes to new lands.

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A journey that Native Americans took to find new hunting grounds.

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A battle between Native Americans and European settlers.

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A treaty between Native Americans and the US government.

Question 21

What kind of large building did some Native Americans in the southwest live in?

Accepted Answer

Pueblos

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Hogans

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Longhouses

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Wigwams

Question 22

Who was known for making beautiful woven baskets?

Accepted Answer

Navajo

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Apache

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Cherokee

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Sioux

Question 23

Who was the first European explorer to meet Native Americans and call them 'Indians'?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

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Jacques Cartier

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John Cabot

Question 24

Did all Native American tribes speak the same language?

Accepted Answer

No

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Yes

Question 25

Which of these tribes was NOT a major Native American tribe in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Vikings

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Cherokee

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Iroquois

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Lakota

Question 26

Who was the European explorer that first met with Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

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Jacques Cartier

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John Smith

Question 27

What is the federal agency that handles Native American affairs?

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Bureau of Indian Affairs

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National Park Service

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Department of Defense

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Environmental Protection Agency

Question 28

What did Native Americans often eat?

Accepted Answer

Buffalo

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Horses

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Apples

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Bread

Question 29

Which group was NOT a major Native American tribe?

Accepted Answer

Vikings

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Cherokee

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Sioux

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Apache

Question 30

Many Native American tribes relied on **what** as a main source of food?

Accepted Answer

Corn

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Rice

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Wheat

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Potatoes

Question 31

Which type of shelter was used by some tribes in the Great Plains?

Accepted Answer

Tepee

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Wickiup

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Longhouse

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Pueblo

Question 32

Why was the Iroquois Confederacy formed?

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To keep tribes safe together

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To trade with Europeans

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To hold religious ceremonies

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To fight other tribes

Question 33

Hernando de Soto was a European explorer who had a strong effect on Native American history. True or False?

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 34

Why were Native American tribes forced to move on the Trail of Tears?

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To make way for settlers

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To find new lands

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To be punished for fighting

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To protect them from sickness

Question 35

Which of these is **NOT** a symbol of Native American culture?

Accepted Answer

Guitar

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Arrowhead

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Pottery

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Dreamcatcher

Question 36

What is a special part of storytelling for Native Americans?

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Teaching about their past and beliefs

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Making people laugh

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Writing down true events

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Giving lessons about right and wrong

Question 37

Native American dances were special because they helped the people:

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Share stories about their lives and beliefs

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Celebrate only special events

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Have fun and entertain others

Question 38

Which Native American tribe lived in the Great Plains?

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Sioux

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Cherokee

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Navajo

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Iroquois

Question 39

What was a major food that Native Americans grew and ate?

Accepted Answer

Corn

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Rice

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Potatoes

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Wheat

Question 40

What was the impact of the Dawes Act on Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

It divided up their lands

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It gave them the right to vote

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It provided them with money

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It created reservations

Question 41

What did Native Americans use longhouses for?

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Homes and community spaces

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Religious ceremonies

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Storing food

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Defending themselves

Question 42

Which Native American language is spoken in the Southwest?

Accepted Answer

Navajo

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Sioux

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Apache

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Iroquois

Question 43

What are traditional Native American stories about the creation of the world called?

Accepted Answer

Creation Myths

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Coyote Stories

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Thunderbird Legends

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Star Stories

Question 44

Where did most Native Americans NOT live?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica

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Great Plains

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Eastern Woodlands

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Southwestern Desert

Question 45

What kind of home did Native Americans in the Great Plains live in?

Accepted Answer

Tipis

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Wigwams

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Longhouses

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Pueblos

Question 46

Which food was most important to the Native Americans of the Eastern Woodlands?

Accepted Answer

Corn

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Buffalo

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Salmon

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Wild rice

Question 47

What was the name of the group of Native American tribes who formed a powerful alliance in the northeast?

Accepted Answer

Haudenosaunee

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Sioux

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Cherokee

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Apache

Question 48

Which explorer had a positive relationship with Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

John Smith

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Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

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Jacques Cartier

Question 49

What was the name of the journey when Native Americans were forced to move west?

Accepted Answer

The Trail of Tears

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A new path for Native Americans

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The great migration

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The westward expansion

Question 50

What is a pow wow?

Accepted Answer

A traditional Native American gathering with singing, dancing, and storytelling

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A type of Native American house

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A Native American weapon

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A musical instrument played by Native Americans

Question 51

How did meetings with European settlers change Native American culture?

Accepted Answer

Native Americans lost some of their own languages.

Accepted Answer

Native Americans learned about new tools and ways of life.

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Native American culture didn't change at all.

Question 52

What was a common spiritual belief among many Native American tribes?

Accepted Answer

People and nature are connected and should live in harmony

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There is only one all-powerful god who created everything

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The afterlife is a place of eternal happiness

Question 53

Which of the following was NOT a main food source for Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

Rice

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Corn

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Beans

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Squash

Question 54

What do we call the belief system of many Native American tribes in which spirits are present in all things?

Accepted Answer

Animism

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Atheism

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Polytheism

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Christianity

Question 55

What was a major event that had a significant impact on Native American history?

Accepted Answer

Trail of Tears

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French and Indian War

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Civil War

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World War II

Question 56

Which Native American tribe is famous for its beautiful pottery and woven baskets?

Accepted Answer

Hopi

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Cherokee

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Lakota

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Apache

Question 57

Which of these was NOT a major Native American tribe in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Vikings

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Cherokee

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Apache

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Navajo

Question 58

What type of homes did many Native Americans in the United States live in?

Accepted Answer

Tipis

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Igloos

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Castles

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Apartments

Question 59

Who was the European explorer who first encountered Native Americans in the Americas?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

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Jacques Cartier

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John Smith

Question 60

What type of animal was often used by Native Americans for transportation in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Horses

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Dogs

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Camels

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Elephants

Question 61

Which group was NOT a major Native American tribe in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Vikings

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Cherokee

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Iroquois

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Navajo

Question 62

What type of home did Native Americans often build?

Accepted Answer

Teepee

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Log cabin

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Apartment

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House

Question 63

Who was the European explorer who first met Native Americans?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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George Washington

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Abraham Lincoln

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Thomas Jefferson

Question 64

What was the name of the war between Native Americans and European settlers?

Accepted Answer

The French and Indian War

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The American Revolution

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The Civil War

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World War II