When a chief died the matron of the clan would select a new chief from his line. ... They were "to lay out a vegetable garden, secure the supply of fresh water, build a small fort, remain at peace with the inhabitants, and obtain cattle from them by barter". ...

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Native American Voices The book of Genesis V.S. The Cherokee creation myth. In the book of Genesis there was a God that created the earth and heaven. On the other hand, in the Cherokee creation myth in the beginning there is only water and a beetle accidentally created earth. In the Cherokee creation myth the animals created the mountains, valleys, etc. ...

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• Grade Level: High School