Before Columbus

Read the dictionary entry below.

• manipulation

• modification

• nutrients

• surplus

What does the word nutrients mean?

• items that decrease strength

• elements that contain liquid

• things that absorb light and energy

• substance that contain nourishment

What does the word surplus mean?

• an exact amount for what is necessary

• a lack of supplies

• an amount that is greater than what is needed

• an amount that is slightly less than what s required

What does the word inefficient mean?

• unqualified to meet legal requirements

• strengthened by the ability to succeed

• unable to achieve results in a timely manner

• capable of reaching planned goals

Which word has almost the same meaning as the word modification?

• alteration

• arrangement

• decoration

• hardship

What is an example of something that is industrial?

• a new factory

• an old school

• a quiet office

• a hot courtroom

Which word has almost the same meaning as the word mutated?

• changed

• preserved

• regulated

• unaltered

Which word has the opposite meaning of the word sparse?

• casual

• insufficient

• plentiful

• weak

Where was corn created?

• Europe

• northern Mexico

• southern Mexico

• southern United States

Why did some Paleoindians start eating more plants?

• There were fewer animals.

• They wanted to eat healthier.

• They found maize in the fields.

• They were easier to prepare than meats.