Native Americans came from Asia. Over 20 000 years ago they traveled across the land between Siberia and Alaska. When English colonists came to the New World on board the "Mayflower" the native Americans met them and were very friendly and helped them a lot.In those days people lived in small earth houses and grew their own food. Some Indians ate only grass, nuts, and what fruit they could find. Other people were fishermen and lived in wooden houses. Most native Americans were very peaceful. They wanted to live happily with nature and each other. They believed in many gods and thought that the gods live in trees, stones, water and fire. They believed their gods could bring success in hunting, farming and fishing. They often had special ceremonies with dances and music before they went hunting or fishing or when they began farming.Native Americans songs and poems are a very important part of their traditions as they help them to keep their history and culture alive. Another famous tradition was smoking of a peace pipe. When they smoked this pipe together with people they did not know it meant friendship and peace. Many years ago Native American tribes lived in all parts of the USA, and hunted and fished wherever they choose. Now most of them live in poor lands to the west of Mississippi River. Many live in "reservations".
Last week i was on an excursion there. first we listened to a lecture on the history of our region which was very interesting. then a guide showed us the exposition of the museum. we walked through its halls looking at different stands with exhibits. there were ancient vases and coins, dishes and bowls, tools and arms. the guide told us about the origin and the age of the exhibits and answered our questions. the girls asked questions about national costumes and dishes and the boys were interested in arms.
Normally, he works in the office. 2. she always walks in this park. 3. yesterday he received a letter. 4. a week ago my sister was washing the windows. 5. in two hours i will watch tv. 6. my brother usually buys notebooks and pens. 7. yesterday i did not repeat the words. 8. in the morning, i usually do not watch tv. 9. several years ago my grandfather played football. 10. last week he was cleaning the flower bed. 11. you will buy this painting tomorrow. 12. he will play computer games tomorrow. 13. mom rested in the garden an hour ago. 14. they brought the disks last week. 15. he met her at the office yesterday. 16. she always writes essays well. 17. we often sing songs. 18. my dad always reads newspapers in the evening. 19. sometimes i play volleyball in the gym. 20. often we take books to libraries
