Archaic Indians and Related Concepts

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Who were the Archaic Indians?

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The Archaic Indians existed from 8,000-2,000 B.C. and lived in larger groups than the Paleo Indians.

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What was the diet of the Archaic Indians?

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They consumed a variety of food based on seasonal availability, including mammals, birds, fish, plants, fruits, and nuts.

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What evidence suggests the Archaic people did weaving and created new tools?

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Remains of baskets and grinding stones found by archeologists.

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What was the primary means of subsistence for the Archaic Indians?

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They primarily relied on hunting and gathering for food, with some crop growing beginning during this time.

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What is Beringia?

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A land bridge that once existed between Alaska and Asia.

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Define 'Primary Source'.

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Information that comes from someone who observed or took part in what they were observing.

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Define 'Secondary Source'.

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Information that comes from someone who was not present at the event they are describing.

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What is archeology?

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The study of the way people lived in the past.

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Who is an archeologist?

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A scientist who studies the way people lived in the past.

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What is an artifact?

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An object made by a person who lived in the past.