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The Mvskoke language was historically the common language spoken in the villages.
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False.
The Mvskoke language is the ceremonial language of the Creek confedracy. Villages had their own languages. |
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The term 'Mekusapvlke' was a term used before Christianity was introduced.
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False.
Mekusapvlke - those who turn back to the leader (Jesus)-was a term made after Christianity was introduced. |
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The Mvskoke people are matrilineal, matriarchal, and matrilocal people. Women run the show.
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True.
Women are considered to have a special insight men don't always have. Many southeastern tribes also share these features. |
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Mvskoke people are traditionally powwow people. This is why the various Creek/Seminole governments often sponsor their own.
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False.
The powwow comes from the Plains peoples, e.g. Osage. However, powwows have become popular all over 'Indian Country.' |
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The Posketv is a time of renewal for the Mvskoke people.
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True.
The Posketv, a verb which literally means to fast, refers to the Green Corn Ceremony. |
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Mvskoke people are often called "Creeks" because of a name the Choctaw people had for the Mvskokvlke.
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False.
Mvskoke people were called "Creeks" simply because villages were often built near them. |
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Tobacco is considered to be holy, a gift from the Creator. Never mind what health officials tell us.
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True.
In traditional life, tobacco is not abused or used merely for 'enjoyment' as cigarettes or snuff is by Americans or other foreigners. |
