Characteristics of Native American Cultures Pre-Contact

Hard Period 1: 1491–1607 Native American Cultures

The period leading up to European contact saw the emergence of various Native American cultures across North America, each adapted to their unique environments. Two significant cultural groups during this time were the Plains Indians and the Southwestern tribes. Each developed distinct ways of life, exemplified by their housing, food sources, and community structures. Understanding these differences helps historians recognize the complexity of Native American societies.

Which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of a Native American culture prior to European contact?

The Plains Indians primarily relied on fishing and agriculture for their sustenance.

Southwestern tribes such as the Hopi and Zuni built adobe homes and relied on farming in arid climates.

All Native American tribes in North America practiced nomadism and moved seasonally in search of resources.

The Inuit tribes primarily inhabited the Great Plains and were known for their use of the horse in hunting.

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