What is the leading theory about how early humans arrived on the American continents?
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They walked from Africa to South America when those two continents were part of the same landmass.
They walked from Asia to North America over a strip of land that has since been covered by the ocean.
They sailed in large ships from Australia to North America.
They canoed from Antarctica to South America when the climate there became too harsh.
The leading theory about how early humans arrived on the American continents is that they walked from Asia to North America over a strip of land that has since been covered by the ocean.
How did the shift to farming affect Native American cultures? Select all that apply.
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Farming encouraged native cultures to build more permanent shelters and communities.
The shift to agriculture led to a boost in immunity from diseases.
Agriculture provided a surplus of food, allowing for an increase in the population.
Farms took up space, which spread communities too thin to be interconnected and caused civilizations to wither away.
The options that apply are:
- Farming encouraged native cultures to build more permanent shelters and communities.
- Agriculture provided a surplus of food, allowing for an increase in the population.
Which of the following statements are true about the Mayan, Incan, and Aztec civilizations? Select all that apply.
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Their cultures centered around fishing and they worshipped a god who looked like a fish.
They were advanced in mathematics and astronomy.
They built magnificent cities and stone temples.
They were peaceful with neighboring tribes and civilizations.
The options that apply are:
- They were advanced in mathematics and astronomy.
- They built magnificent cities and stone temples.
Which region was home to the Iroquois League?
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the eastern woodlands of North America
southern Mexico and Central America
the Pacific Northwest of North America
the central plains of North America