Final Review - Unit 1

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Which document is considered a primary source? A textbook account of the great migration, A personal diary kept by Christopher Columbus, An encyclopedia about the Age of Exploration, A biography of the life of Pocahontas

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A personal diary kept by Christopher Columbus

Answer explanation

A personal diary kept by Christopher Columbus is a primary source because it provides firsthand accounts and direct evidence of his experiences, unlike secondary sources like textbooks or biographies that interpret those events.

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Which field of study are the terms artifact, carbon dating and dig site associated?

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Archaeology

Answer explanation

The terms artifact, carbon dating, and dig site are all associated with archaeology, which studies human history through excavation and analysis of material remains.

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What is the primary method archaeologists use to study history? Options: reading diaries of a given group, examining artifacts of specific people, observing people in their natural environment, practicing local customs of people

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examining artifacts of specific people

Answer explanation

Archaeologists primarily study history by examining artifacts of specific people, as these physical remains provide direct evidence of past cultures, behaviors, and lifestyles, unlike the other methods listed.

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From West to East, the major geographic features of the United States are...

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Rocky Mountains -> Great Plains -> Mississippi River -> Appalachian Mountains

Answer explanation

The correct order of major geographic features from West to East in the United States is the Rocky Mountains, followed by the Great Plains, then the Mississippi River, and finally the Appalachian Mountains.

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Why did early humans migrate from Asia to North America across the land bridge?

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In search of food to hunt

Answer explanation

Early humans migrated from Asia to North America across the land bridge primarily in search of food to hunt. This movement was driven by the need for resources to sustain their communities.

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The land bridge that the first Natives used was also referred to as:

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The Bering Strait

Answer explanation

The land bridge used by the first Natives is known as the Bering Strait, which connected Asia and North America during the last Ice Age, allowing migration. The other options are not related to this historical land bridge.

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Haudenosaunee means...

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People of the Longhouse

Answer explanation

Haudenosaunee translates to "People of the Longhouse," referring to the traditional dwelling of the Iroquois Confederacy. This term emphasizes their cultural identity and communal living, distinguishing them from other tribes.

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The Iroquois relied on the Three Sisters for their main crops. What were the Three Sisters?

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Corns, Beans, Squash

Answer explanation

The Three Sisters refer to the three main crops cultivated by the Iroquois: corn, beans, and squash. These crops were interdependent and formed a vital part of their agriculture, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.

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Where did the Iroquois settle in North America?

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New York

Answer explanation

The Iroquois primarily settled in the northeastern region of North America, particularly in what is now New York. This area was home to the Iroquois Confederacy, which played a significant role in their culture and governance.

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What type of shelter did the Iroquois live in and what was it made from?

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Longhouses, trees from the forest

Answer explanation

The Iroquois lived in longhouses, which were constructed from trees found in the forest. This choice of shelter was practical for their communal lifestyle and utilized readily available natural resources.