Native American societies were generally matriarchal and followed a strict gender-based division of labor in which most men were the subordinates.

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Native American societies varied greatly, and while some were matriarchal or matrilineal, meaning they traced descent through the mother's line and women could hold significant power, not all followed a strict gender-based division of labor with men as subordinates. Many societies had roles defined by gender, but these roles and the balance of power varied widely among different tribes and cultures.

Native American Societies Were Generally Matriarchal and Followed a Strict