Native Americans Flashcards
1
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LandBridge
A
A narrow strip of land joining two larger landmasses.
2
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Culture
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The way of life shared by a group of people.Culture includes language, beliefs, customs, foods, and holidays.
3
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Confederacy
A
A group of tribes or states that join together.
4
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Clan
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A group of families who share a common ansestor
5
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Councils
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A group of people who meet to exchange views and make decisions.
6
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Sachems
A
Leaders of some American Indian tribes.
7
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Long House
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A dwelling up to 200 feet.
8
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Haudenosaunee
A
It stands for people of the longhouse because it is the other name for Iroquois
