Definitions
- Referring to a conical tent used by Native American tribes, particularly the Great Plains tribes. - Talking about a portable dwelling made of animal hides or canvas stretched over wooden poles. - Describing a traditional structure used for shelter, ceremonies, and gatherings.
- Referring to a dome-shaped hut used by Native American tribes, particularly those in the Northeastern Woodlands. - Talking about a traditional structure made of bark, mats, or woven grasses over a frame of wooden poles. - Describing a temporary or permanent shelter used for living, storage, or ceremonies.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are traditional structures used by Native American tribes.
- 2Both are portable and can be easily assembled and disassembled.
- 3Both are made of natural materials such as wood, bark, and animal hides.
- 4Both are used for shelter, ceremonies, and gatherings.
- 5Both have a circular or dome-shaped design.
What is the difference?
- 1Design: Tipis have a conical shape while wigwams have a dome shape.
- 2Materials: Tipis are made of animal hides or canvas while wigwams are made of bark, mats, or woven grasses.
- 3Location: Tipis are commonly used by Great Plains tribes while wigwams are used by Northeastern Woodlands tribes.
- 4Size: Tipis are generally larger than wigwams and can accommodate more people.
- 5Purpose: Tipis were primarily used as dwellings while wigwams were used for various purposes such as living, storage, and ceremonies.
Remember this!
Tipi and wigwam are both traditional structures used by Native American tribes for shelter, ceremonies, and gatherings. However, they differ in their design, materials, location, size, and purpose. Tipis have a conical shape and are made of animal hides or canvas, while wigwams have a dome shape and are made of bark, mats, or woven grasses. Tipis are commonly used by Great Plains tribes, while wigwams are used by Northeastern Woodlands tribes.
