Social Studies- Chapter 2 - Native Americans/Explorers Flashcards
archaeologist
Special scientists that learn about the past by studying artifacts.
clan
an extended family.
voyage
long journey
wigwam
Shelter that the Algonquins live in that was made out of bark and branches
longhouse
a home the Iroquois lived in and several families lived together.
reservation
land set aside for Native Americans
agriculture
the raising of plants and animals
wampum
small beads made from clam shells
sachems
Chosen leaders from each clan to be on the Grand Council
Northwest Passage
a water route to Asia through North America
New Amsterdam (Lesson 4)
The original name of New York City
Hunter-gatherers
people who moved often, following the animals they hunted for meat
Land Bridge Theory
The first Americans may have crossed the Land Bridge from Asia to follow large animals.
Peter Minuit (Lesson 4)
According to stories, Peter Minuit made a deal with the Lenni Lenape to buy an island they called Manna-hata (Manhattan) for $24 worth of beads, metal pots, cloth and tools. The Native Americans did not realize they were selling the land and they believe the land was for everyone’s use.
How did the Native Americans adapt to their environment in New York? (Lesson 1 & 2)
Answer in your own words.
The answer should include a topic sentence, three solid details with supporting evidence, AND a closing statement.
BONUS: Name the tribe and exact location of New York in which they inhabited. #YouGotThis
