Migration of the First People to the Americas

What does the map in the image primarily illustrate?

• The spread of agriculture

• The migration routes of the first people to the Americas

• The development of ancient civilizations

• The trade routes of early merchants

During which era did the first humans arrive and live in small bands?

• Paleolithic Era

• Archaic Era

• Late Prehistoric Era

• Modern Era

When did the Archaic Era begin?

• 6000 B.C.

• 700 A.D.

• 1000 B.C.

• 500 A.D.

What development is associated with the Late Prehistoric Era?

• Arrival of the first humans

• Development of large villages with large structures

• Industrial Revolution

• Discovery of fire

Which era lasted until about 6000 B.C.?

• Paleolithic Era

• Archaic Era

• Late Prehistoric Era

• Modern Era

What type of groups lived during the Paleolithic Era?

• Large urban groups

• Small bands

• Industrial communities

• Agricultural villages

What is the significance of the Archaic Period in terms of human settlement?

• People began to settle and focus on farming

• People started to migrate frequently

• People began to build large cities

• People started to explore new continents

Which of the following activities was NOT mentioned as being studied during the Archaic Period?

• Weather patterns

• Art

• Pottery

• Medicine

Which of the following tools is similar in function to an Atlatl?

• Bow and arrow

• Fishing rod

• Hammer

• Net

Around which city was the Mississippian culture centered?

• Cahokia

• Spiro

• Wickliffe

• Belcher