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34 commonsense assertions
Concepts (34) attitude towards nature (1) aurora borealis (1) food procurement (1) snow shoveling (1) supernatural beliefs (1) terrain (1) bright colors (1) cultural symbols (1) curses (1) desert survival (1) equations (1) geometric shapes (1) gold accents (1) harpoon (1) harvest rituals (1) heated stone (1) hierarchies (1) home orientation (1) microbial diversity (1) narwhal (1) navigation methods (1) optical illusions (1) pine snakes (1) plant harvesting (1) rain dance (1) repurposing materials (1) role of storytelling (1) self-reflection (1) shape of a triangle (1) skeletal system (1) solar eclipses (1) starting flame or fire (1) use of symbols (1) view on illness (1) more
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1 attitude towards nature Arctic cultures Arctic cultures have a strong respect and reliance on nature for survival, shaping their traditions and daily life. 2
2 aurora borealis Arctic cultures The aurora borealis is a naturally occurring light display with cultural and spiritual significance in Arctic cultures. 2
3 food procurement Arctic cultures Traditional food procurement in Arctic cultures involves hunting for game meats such as reindeer and lamb. 2
4 snow shoveling Arctic cultures Snow shoveling is crucial for maintaining access to buildings in Arctic cultures. 2
5 supernatural beliefs Arctic cultures Arctic cultures are shaped by belief in spirits and shamanic practices, influencing their cosmological views. 2
6 terrain Arctic cultures Glacial terrain and ice caps significantly impact transportation and land use in Arctic cultures. 2
7 bright colors Arctic cultures Traditional attire in Arctic cultures uses mostly subdued tones and minimal vibrant hues to reflect the natural environment. 1
8 cultural symbols Arctic cultures In Arctic cultures, polar bears and snow are essential cultural symbols. 1
9 curses Arctic cultures Curses hold cultural significance and impact in Arctic cultures, integrated into traditional belief systems. 1
10 desert survival Arctic cultures Arctic cultures are less familiar with the concept of desert survival because of their polar environment. 1
11 equations Arctic cultures Equations are used in traditional Arctic cultures for navigation and resource management. 1
12 geometric shapes Arctic cultures Arctic cultures, including the Inuit and other indigenous peoples, incorporate geometric shapes into their traditional clothing and ornamentation. 1
13 gold accents Arctic cultures Gold accents are not traditionally prominent in Arctic cultures due to the practicalities of the harsh environment. 1
14 harpoon Arctic cultures Arctic cultures traditionally use harpoons for hunting large marine animals such as whales and seals. 1
15 harvest rituals Arctic cultures Arctic cultures' harvest rituals honor the land and animals, highlighting the connection between people, nature, and sustenance. 1
16 heated stone Arctic cultures Arctic cultures use heated stones for warmth and cooking. 1
17 hierarchies Arctic cultures Arctic cultures have more fluid hierarchies where consensus and cooperation are used to make decisions within the community. 1
18 home orientation Arctic cultures Arctic cultures orient their homes to maximize sunlight and minimize exposure to cold winds. 1
19 microbial diversity Arctic cultures Microbial diversity plays an integral role in traditional Arctic food preservation and survival in harsh environments. 1
20 narwhal Arctic cultures The narwhal is culturally significant and traditionally hunted by Arctic cultures for food and materials. 1
21 navigation methods Arctic cultures Arctic cultures rely heavily on natural cues for navigation, such as ice formations and wind direction. 1
22 optical illusions Arctic cultures Arctic cultures integrate optical illusions into shamanic practices and storytelling to represent the interplay between the physical and spiritual worlds. 1
23 pine snakes Arctic cultures Arctic cultures do not encounter pine snakes in extreme northern regions because they are not part of the local fauna. 1
24 plant harvesting Arctic cultures Harvesting lichens, berries, and tundra plants is vital for survival and food in Arctic cultures. 1
25 rain dance Arctic cultures Arctic cultures perform rain dances with movements and chants to honor water's importance to their livelihood. 1
26 repurposing materials Arctic cultures Arctic cultures rely on repurposing materials for survival, transforming natural resources into tools, shelter, and clothing. 1
27 role of storytelling Arctic cultures Oral storytelling is crucial for preserving Arctic teachings, survival skills, and environmental connection in Arctic cultures. 1
28 self-reflection Arctic cultures Self-reflection is integrated into storytelling and oral tradition in Arctic cultures to honor the wisdom of elders. 1
29 shape of a triangle Arctic cultures The triangle shape symbolizes connection with nature and the environment in Arctic cultures, often associated with geographic features and animal forms. 1
30 skeletal system Arctic cultures The skeletal system of animals like whales and seals is a vital resource for food, tools, and materials in Arctic cultures. 1
31 solar eclipses Arctic cultures Arctic cultures may hold ceremonial observations and share knowledge about solar eclipses as significant astronomical events. 1
32 starting flame or fire Arctic cultures In Arctic cultures, starting a fire is crucial for survival in the cold climate. 1
33 use of symbols Arctic cultures Arctic cultures use symbols in their art to express connections to the environment and natural elements. 1
34 view on illness Arctic cultures Arctic cultures view illness within the context of the harsh environment and use traditional remedies, shamanic practices, and communal support for healing. 1