1. A group's customs, dances, and songs all helped to create its special...
- A. identity.
- B. economy.
- C. alphabet.
- D. government.
2. Why was it important for each California Indian group to have its own unique customs?
- A. It helped prove they were better than other groups.
- B. It was required by the leaders of every village.
- C. It helped create a special identity for the group.
- D. It made it simpler to trade for food and supplies.
3. During their ceremonies, what did the Hupa people use to ask for help with hunting?
- A. Clay pots and woven baskets
- B. Stories about the sun and moon
- C. Long dances and music
- D. Shells that were used as money
4. What was the role of unique customs, like dances and songs, for a California Indian group?
- A. To make maps of their land
- B. To decide on farming locations
- C. To help form the group's special identity
- D. To create a new language for children to learn
5. What was the main reason California Indian groups had special traditions?
- A. To make trading with other groups easier
- B. To show what was important to them and make their group unique
- C. To build stronger houses for the winter weather
- D. To decide who would become the leader of the village
6. The Yurok people worked hard to save their language. What was a result of their efforts?
- A. Their language was completely forgotten by everyone.
- B. Only one person still knows how to speak the language.
- C. Their language is now taught in some local schools.
- D. They decided to create a brand new language instead.
7. Which activity helps a California Indian group preserve its culture?
- A. Learning a new job in a modern city.
- B. Forgetting the old traditions of their ancestors.
- C. Teaching their language.
- D. Building houses that look like everyone else's.
8. What is one way the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians participates in modern life?
- A. By living in the past only.
- B. By running successful businesses.
- C. By keeping their culture a secret from others.
- D. By making sure no one learns their language.
9. Based on the information provided, which statement about California Indian groups is NOT true?
- A. They are part of today's world.
- B. They work to keep their cultures alive.
- C. They have all disappeared from California.
- D. Some groups run businesses to help their communities.
10. What is true about many California Indian groups today?
- A. They have all moved away from California.
- B. They continue to live in the state and maintain their communities.
- C. They only exist in history books and museums.
- D. They have forgotten all of their old ways.