Buffalo and Horse Flashcards
1
Q
Why was the buffalo vital to Indians?
A
It provided food, shelter, tools and clothing.
2
Q
Who hunted to buffalos and how?
A
Men and they would have horses to help and they would stalk them
3
Q
What was the hide used for?
A
Clothing, tipis and many other things
4
Q
How would Indians determine where they would stay temporarily?
A
Follow the buffalo herd
5
Q
Who would create everything from the buffalo?
A
Woman and elderly
6
Q
What was the buffalo used for?
A
Rituals, food, tools, and basic stuff like hairbrushes.
7
Q
What was being a skilled horseman seen as?
A
Bravery and increase warrior status.
8
Q
What did horses do?
A
They helped hunt and was used for transportation
9
Q
What was having horses seen as?
A
Wealth
10
Q
How many buffalo hunts would there be each year?
A
2-3 successful ones
