The Anasazi: Life and Survival

Why was salt important to the Anasazi?

• It was used to build their homes.

• It was a valuable trade item and essential for preserving food.

• It was used as a form of currency.

• It was used to make jewelry.

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How do scientists know that a drought may have forced the Anasazi to abandon their villages?

• They found written records left by the Anasazi.

• They discovered evidence of dried-up water sources and tree ring data indicating drought.

• They found ancient weather forecasting tools.

• They found evidence of floods in the area.

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How did the Anasazi use the land in Nevada to survive?

• They built large cities on the plains.

• They farmed the land using irrigation techniques.

• They relied solely on hunting and gathering.

• They mined for gold and silver.

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Describe one way that information learned about the Anasazi culture still benefits us today.

• It helps us understand ancient building techniques like adobe construction.

• It provides us with new technology for space exploration.

• It teaches us how to make modern electronics.

• It shows us how to build skyscrapers.

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What does the term "abandoned" mean in the context of the Anasazi?

• To build a new settlement.

• To leave a place permanently.

• To renovate a building.

• To celebrate a festival.

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What is "adobe" in relation to the Anasazi?

• A type of jewelry.

• A type of stone tool.

• A building material made from earth and organic materials.

• A type of food.

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Who are considered the "descendants" of the Anasazi?

• Modern-day archaeologists.

• People who live in Europe.

• Native American tribes such as the Hopi and Zuni.

• People who study ancient history.

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What does "domesticated" mean in the context of the Anasazi?

• Wild animals that were hunted.

• Animals that were tamed and bred for human use.

• Plants that grew naturally in the wild.

• Tools used for farming.

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What is "mortar" used for in Anasazi construction?

• To create jewelry.

• To bind stones or bricks together in building.

• To make clothing.

• To preserve food.

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What significance did "turquoise" have for the Anasazi?

• It was used as a food source.

• It was a precious stone used in trade and jewelry.

• It was used to build homes.

• It was a type of weapon.

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