Chapter 3: Arkansas History

Early settlements influenced the development of what is now Arkansas by establishing cultural and economic foundations.

• They established cultural and economic foundations

• They hindered economic progress

• They had no significant effect

• They caused regional conflicts

People who migrated from the Bering Strait 15000 years ago include:

• Paleo-Indians

• Vikings

• Ancient Egyptians

• Samurai

Native peoples left behind cultural traditions as they spread throughout the Americas.

• Cultural traditions

• Architectural ruins

• Natural resources

• Modern technology

People migrated to many regions across the Americas during

• Pre-Columbian era

• Colonial period

• Modern era

• Industrial era

Early peoples were nomadic means that they constantly moved in search of resources.

• They constantly moved in search of resources

• They settled permanently in one place

• They built large urban centers

• They engaged in long-distance trade

Did the early peoples probably have a written language?

• True

• False

What is the study of human history and culture through the examination of physical remains?

• Archaeology

• Anthropology

• Sociology

• Paleontology

What is the term for keeping histories, lessons, and beliefs alive through telling them aloud?

• Oral Tradition

• Written Record

• Digital Archive

• Visual Memorabilia

What is the term for our perception of the way things are, even if it's not accurate?

• Cognitive bias

• Objective truth

• Mirror perception

• Exact reality

More attractive living conditions in Arkansas during the Archaic Period were due to the presence of abundant water sources and a diverse natural food supply.

• Climate shifts creating warmer conditions

• Abundant water sources and a diverse natural food supply

• Migration of large game animals

• Development of complex trade networks