Native American Quiz: Art and Technology
In 1675, Eastern Native Americans began working with what kind of European beads?
- Thanks to European traders, glass beads became more popular in the New World.
In what region of North America did Indigenous peoples use looms for textile work?
- Southwestern textiles came from the loom-weaving Pueblo peoples.
What is the art form called in which pieces of cloth and ribbon are sewn onto leather or textiles in colorful patterns?
- This technique is used by many cultures as a type of ornamental needlework for patterns and decorations.
Birds that were regarded as sacred, such as eagles, hawks, and owls, were important to what kind of art?
- Among other animals, birds were important to Native American culture and arts.
What was the technique called where uncured animal skins were used to make sturdy objects?
- Tanning and preparing hides or skins is a complex and essential process for some Native arts.
What animal made quillwork possible?
- From accessories to clothing, quillwork is a gorgeous method to add decorations to many items.
What type of baskets has a set of vertical warps and two or more horizontal wefts that snake around each other as they weave in and out of warps?
- Basket weaving is a beautiful and complex art, mastered by Indigenous peoples.
Early Native Americans used what technique in metalworking to craft tools and ornaments?
- This metalworking method was used for decorations, weapons, accessories, and sturdy items alike.
Woodworking enjoyed a burst of energy and expression with the introduction of what metal by European traders?
- Through marquetry, metal was worked into intricate patterns when combined with a variety of other materials.
Textiles and what other art form incorporated advanced weaving techniques?
- Baskets can be made with basic or complex weaves, depending on the type and purpose.
