Think about what you learned about the culture of Northeast and Southeast groups.

Question

What characteristics did many Northeast and Southeast groups have in common? Check all that apply.

living in wigwams

living in the same place without moving

giving similar roles to men and women

farming many of the same crops

practicing Christianity

Answer 1

Many Northeast and Southeast Native American groups shared several characteristics. Based on your options, the following were common among these groups:

• Living in wigwams: While wigwams were more commonly associated with Northeast groups, some Southeastern tribes also built similar structures, though the specifics may vary.

• Living in the same place without moving: Both regions had groups that tended to settle in one place for longer periods, especially with the development of agriculture.

• Giving similar roles to men and women: Gender roles in many Native American societies often featured distinct responsibilities for men and women, which were somewhat similar across different tribes.

• Farming many of the same crops: Both regions practiced agriculture, and while there might be some differences in specific crops, there was overlap in staple crops, like maize (corn), beans, and squash.

The option regarding practicing Christianity is generally less applicable as this was not a characteristic of the traditional cultures of these groups before European contact. While some tribes converted to Christianity after contact, this is not a shared characteristic of the pre-contact cultures.

So, the characteristics in common were primarily:

• Living in wigwams
• Living in the same place without moving
• Giving similar roles to men and women
• Farming many of the same crops