What. Eastern Woodlands Native American Culture Why What? Eastern Woodlands Native American Culture Why? To help include outside information in our Document-Based Question (DBQ) Essay Do Now: What part of the North America is the Eastern Woodlands located?

I. Algonquian groups Common language spoken among many tribes in the Eastern Woodlands was Algonquian Hunters and gatherers Farmed to produce maize (corn) and other vegetables Shelter: Wigwams during the summer, longhouses during the winter

Native American cultures map

Farming

Wigwams

Longhouses

Document-Based Question (DBQ) Historical context – background information on topic/time period Task – what to include and write in your essay - How did Native Americans living on the plains and in the northeastern woodlands use their natural resources to meet their needs and wants?

DBQ short answer responses Read the directions for clues Short answers are the key facts, examples and details from the document Document types: maps, diaries, journal entries, government documents, speeches, political cartoons, court case, articles, pictures

Individual task Read Documents 2-4 and fill in the short answer breakdown graphic organizer for each Be sure to fill out all information in the boxes Then answer the questions in your notebooks