Which of the following describes the role of an anthropologist?
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a person who studies the origin and development of humans
a person who studies the origin and development of humans
a person who searches for artifacts from prehistoric people
a person who searches for artifacts from prehistoric people
a person who excavates remains from early communities
a person who excavates remains from early communities
a person who translates written records of early times
a person who translates written records of early times
All of the options provided accurately describe aspects of the role of an anthropologist. They study the origin and development of humans, search for artifacts from prehistoric people, excavate remains from early communities, and translate written records of early times.
Which of the following describes the role of an anthropologist?
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a person who studies the origin and development of humans
a person who studies the origin and development of humans
a person who searches for artifacts from prehistoric people
a person who searches for artifacts from prehistoric people
a person who excavates remains from early communities
a person who excavates remains from early communities
a person who translates written records of early times
a person who translates written records of early times
All of the options provided accurately describe aspects of the role of an anthropologist. They study the origin and development of humans, search for artifacts from prehistoric people, excavate remains from early communities, and translate written records of early times.
so which one?
I apologize for the confusion. The accurate response would be "a person who studies the origin and development of humans", as this encompasses the broad scope of an anthropologist's role. While anthropologists may also engage in the other activities listed, studying the origin and development of humans is the primary focus of their work.
A piece of decorated pottery from the Woodland Era is considered
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a fossil.
a fossil.
an artifact.
an artifact.
a hieroglyph.
a hieroglyph.
a chert.
The correct response is "an artifact." A piece of decorated pottery from the Woodland Era is considered an artifact, which is an object made or used by humans in the past and is of archaeological or historical interest. The term "fossil" refers to the preserved remains or traces of ancient plants and animals, while "hieroglyph" refers to a system of writing used by ancient Egyptians. "Chert" is a type of stone often used by prehistoric peoples to make tools and weapons.
Which statement BEST explains the information on the map?
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The British Isles were islands.
The British Isles were islands.
There is less land in the world today.
There is less land in the world today.
There were no glaciers in the United States.
There were no glaciers in the United States.
The east coast of the United States has not changed.
Based on the given options, the correct response would be "The east coast of the United States has not changed." From the information on the map, it can be inferred that the east coast of the United States has remained relatively stable over time, while other areas (such as the British Isles and the landmass of the world) have experienced changes. The other options do not accurately explain the information provided on the map.
The culture of American Indians in South Carolina during the Pre-Projectile Point Era was based on
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hunting large animals such as bison and mammoths.
hunting large animals such as bison and mammoths.
cultivating crops such as corn, squash, and bottle gourds.
cultivating crops such as corn, squash, and bottle gourds.
gathering nuts and hunting small animals and fish.
gathering nuts and hunting small animals and fish.
storing prepared food in pottery made from clay.
storing prepared food in pottery made from clay.
The correct response is "gathering nuts and hunting small animals and fish." During the Pre-Projectile Point Era, the culture of American Indians in South Carolina was primarily based on gathering nuts and hunting small animals and fish for sustenance. The other options, such as hunting large animals, cultivating crops, and storing food in pottery, are not characteristic of this era.
Which of the following best describes the earliest people in North America who followed their food supply and migrated frequently?
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farmers
farmers
nomads
nomads
gatherers
gatherers
colonists
The correct response is "nomads". The earliest people in North America who followed their food supply and migrated frequently were nomads. Nomadic groups moved from place to place in search of food and resources, rather than settling in one location like farmers or gathering societies. "Colonists" refers to individuals who establish settlements in a new territory, which is not applicable in this context.
Which statement describes geographic conditions in North America when early people migrated from Asia?
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There was more dry land than there is today.
There was more dry land than there is today.
There was abundant food to support more people.
There was abundant food to support more people.
There were no mountains to hinder the movement of people.
There were no mountains to hinder the movement of people.
There was a system of rivers and streams to permit easy travel.
The correct response is "There was more dry land than there is today." When early people migrated from Asia to North America, there was more dry land available due to lower sea levels during the last Ice Age. This allowed for land bridges, such as Beringia, to form between Asia and North America, facilitating the migration of people across the continents. The other options do not accurately describe the geographic conditions during that time.
Choose the correct sequence of prehistoric cultures, from earliest to latest.
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Archaic Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era, Paleo Era
Archaic Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era, Paleo Era
Archaic Era Mississippian Era, Paleo Era, Woodland Era
Archaic Era Mississippian Era, Paleo Era, Woodland Era
Paleo Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era, Archaic Era
Paleo Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era, Archaic Era
Paleo Era, Archaic Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era
Paleo Era, Archaic Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era
The correct sequence of prehistoric cultures, from earliest to latest, is "Paleo Era, Archaic Era, Woodland Era, Mississippian Era."
During which period of time was the first pottery made?
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Archaic period
Archaic period
Mississippian period
Mississippian period
Paleo period
Paleo period
Woodland period
The correct response is "Archaic period." The first pottery was made during the Archaic period. The other options, Mississippian period, Paleo period, and Woodland period, do not pertain to the origin of pottery.
What effect did the discovery of farming techniques have on the lifestyle of the American Indians?
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More people worked as hunters and gatherers.
More people worked as hunters and gatherers.
More tribes migrated across the country.
More tribes migrated across the country.
Villages became more spread out.
Villages became more spread out.
Settlements became more permanent.
Settlements became more permanent.
The correct response is "Settlements became more permanent." The discovery of farming techniques had a significant impact on the lifestyle of the American Indians, as it allowed for the development of agricultural practices and the establishment of permanent settlements. With the ability to grow crops and have a more stable food supply, American Indian societies could settle in one location for longer periods of time, leading to the formation of more permanent villages. The other options do not accurately describe the effect of farming techniques on the lifestyle of the American Indians.
Why were rituals an important part of American Indian religion?
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Many tribes used rituals as a form of retaliation against other tribes.
Many tribes used rituals as a form of retaliation against other tribes.
Many tribes did not believe in an afterlife.
Many tribes did not believe in an afterlife.
Many tribes believed in performing certain actions to ensure they had enough food.
Many tribes believed in performing certain actions to ensure they had enough food.
Rituals were not an important part of American Indian religion.
The correct response is "Many tribes believed in performing certain actions to ensure they had enough food." Rituals were an important part of American Indian religion because they were believed to help ensure a successful hunt, bountiful harvest, or overall abundance of resources. Many tribes believed in performing specific rituals or ceremonies to maintain a harmonious relationship with the natural world and to ensure the well-being of their communities. The other options do not accurately explain the significance of rituals in American Indian religion.
Which purpose was NOT served by mounds?
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To provide protection
To provide protection
To provide a farming area
To provide a farming area
To serve as part of a building
To serve as part of a building
To provide a location for ceremonies
To provide a location for ceremonies
The correct answer is "To provide a farming area." Mounds were not typically used as areas for farming. They served various purposes such as providing protection, serving as parts of buildings, and providing locations for ceremonies.
Which of these united American Indian tribes the most?
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language
language
certain games and sports
certain games and sports
food
food
housing
The correct response is "language". Language played a significant role in uniting American Indian tribes as it allowed for communication, sharing of cultural knowledge, and the establishment of alliances between different groups. Certain games and sports, food, and housing may have contributed to cultural connections, but language is generally considered the primary unifying factor among tribes.
People visit Sewee Shell Ring and Spanish Mount in South Carolina to learn about
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mounds.
mounds.
palisades.
palisades.
rituals.
rituals.
wigwams.
The correct response is "mounds." People visit Sewee Shell Ring and Spanish Mount in South Carolina to learn about mounds. These archaeological sites feature earthen mounds constructed by Indigenous peoples in the past. The other options, such as palisades, rituals, and wigwams, are not specifically associated with these particular sites.
The arrival of Europeans in North America brought an end to the prehistoric era because the Europeans
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encouraged American Indians to convert to a new religion.
encouraged American Indians to convert to a new religion.
forced the American Indians to leave their homes.
forced the American Indians to leave their homes.
kept written records about the American Indians.
kept written records about the American Indians.
built settlements where the American Indians lived.
The correct response is "forced the American Indians to leave their homes." The arrival of Europeans in North America led to the displacement and forced removal of many American Indian tribes from their ancestral lands. This disruption and displacement marked the end of the prehistoric era as it impacted the traditional ways of life and cultural practices of the indigenous people. The other options, such as conversion to a new religion, keeping written records, and building settlements, were also significant aspects of the European arrival, but the forced removal of American Indians from their homes had a more direct and profound impact on the prehistoric era.
Which of the following contributed to the failure of San Miguel de Gualdape, the first Spanish settlement in South Carolina?
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The Waccamaw River was not a safe place to settle.
The Waccamaw River was not a safe place to settle.
Too few slaves were brought from Santo Domingo.
Too few slaves were brought from Santo Domingo.
The Spanish settlers did not bring enough food.
The Spanish settlers did not bring enough food.
Hernando de Soto captured American Indians and forced them into slavery.
The correct response is "The Spanish settlers did not bring enough food." The failure of San Miguel de Gualdape, the first Spanish settlement in South Carolina, can be attributed to the fact that the Spanish settlers did not bring enough food. Insufficient food supplies and the inability to sustain themselves ultimately led to the abandonment and failure of the settlement. The other options, such as the safety of the Waccamaw River, the number of slaves brought, and the actions of Hernando de Soto, do not directly relate to the failure of the settlement due to insufficient food supplies.
The American Indians helped European settlements succeed by
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selling their land to the settlers.
selling their land to the settlers.
working as indentured servants for the settlers.
working as indentured servants for the settlers.
teaching settlers how to grow certain crops.
teaching settlers how to grow certain crops.
showing the settlers how to navigate waterways.
The correct response is "teaching settlers how to grow certain crops." American Indians played a crucial role in the success of European settlements by teaching settlers various farming techniques and introducing them to crops such as corn, beans, and squash. This knowledge and assistance in agriculture helped European settlers establish successful agricultural practices in the New World. The other options, such as selling land, working as indentured servants, and showing settlers how to navigate waterways, may have occurred in certain instances but are not as significant in terms of the overall success of the settlements.
Why did diseases such as smallpox affect American Indians more than Europeans?
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Europeans had been vaccinated against the diseases.
Europeans had been vaccinated against the diseases.
Europeans had greater access to medicine in the New World.
Europeans had greater access to medicine in the New World.
The American Indians had no prior exposure to the diseases.
The American Indians had no prior exposure to the diseases.
The poor conditions in which the American Indians lived caused the diseases to spread.