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Plains Indians
Chapter 2 Lesson 3
Vocabulary | Definition |
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lodge | A large round earthen house that usually held 40 - 50 people |
sod | A layer of soil held together by the roots of grasses. |
scarce | To be in short supply. |
tepee | A cone-shaped tent made of wooden poles and covered in animal skins. |
travois | A carrier made up of two wooden poles tied together and fastened to a harness on a dog. that was used to |
council | A group of leaders who helped to make decisions for the tribes. |
ceremony | A celebration to honor a cultural or religious event. |