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6th SS 3-4
Social Studies Vocab Chapter 3-4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mni Sota Makoce | Dakota term that inspired the name of our state. It means, "land where the waters are so clear they reflect the clouds in the sky" |
| tipi | a cone-shaped house made by stretching skins over a frame of wooden poles |
| generosity | the habit of giving without expecting anthing in return |
| extended family | all relative including parents, children, grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles. |
| income | money or ther benefits received in payment for goods or services. |
| human capital | the knowledge and skills individuals have that enhance their ability to earn income. |
| respect | expression of courtesy and consideration toward others. |
| wigwam | a round dwelling made out of poles and saplings and covered with sheets of birchbark or woven mats |
| birchbark | the bark, or outer covering of a birch tree |
| migration | the process of moving from one region or country to another |
| wild rice | a tall grass that grows in shallow, still waters. |
| maple syrup | a sweet substance made by boiling sap from a maple tree |
| corn | the most important crop grown by the Ojibwe in the summer |
| alliance | an agreement made between two or more nations to cooperate for specific reasons |
| sovereign | self-ruling and independent |