History Quiz

Which culture flourished in the Ohio River valley as early as 1000 BCE?

• Anasazi

• Adena

• Pueblo

• Hopi

What was the peak population of Cahokia, the largest urban center of the Mississippian culture?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

• 40,000

What led to the destruction of the Mississippian culture during the fourteenth century?

• European colonization

• Climatic change and warfare

• Famine and disease

• Economic collapse

What role did the Indian canoe play during colonial times?

• It was used for fishing

• It became a means of river transportation

• It was a tool for hunting

• It was used for ceremonial purposes

How did Indian crops influence the newcomers' diets in North America?

• They were rarely consumed

• They became staple foods

• They were only used for trade

• They were considered luxury items