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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tepee | A cone shaped structure made from wooden poles and covered with animal hides |
| Plain | A large area of flat land with few trees |
| Council | A group of people who come together to discuss issues make decisions, or offer advice |
| Nomadic | Moving from place to place without a permanent home |
| Confederacy | A group in which members remain independent but are loosely joined for a certain purpose |
| Constitution | A written plan for government |
| Democracy | A form of government in which the people rule, either directly or through elected representatives |
| Breechcloth | A single piece of cloth worn around the waist by men |
| Climate | The long-term trends in weather elements and atmospheric conditions |
| Culture diffusion | The spread of people, ideas, technology and products form on cultures to another |
| Earth lodge | Permanent homes covered by layers of branches, grass, and earth |