Jumano Indians used which material for their homes?

• A. Adobe.
• B. Wattle and daub.
• C. Glass.
• D. Ice blocks.

Answer: (A)

Desert regions where the Jumano lived favored earth-built homes because the materials are plentiful and the design suits hot, dry climates. Adobe is made from locally available clay, sand, and straw, pressed into bricks and dried in the sun. Those thick, sun-dried walls store heat and then slowly release it, helping keep interiors cool during the day and warmer at night. This combination of readily available resources and effective temperature regulation made adobe a practical choice for their homes.

Wattle and daub involves a wooden lattice covered with mud, which is a workable method in some areas but not as closely associated with the Jumano’s region and resources. Glass is a manufactured material and not used in traditional Indigenous housing. Ice blocks would be impractical in a hot, arid climate. Adobe best fits the environment and building practices of the Jumano.