Vocabulary
definition of irrigate
to supply water to crops by artificial means
How did migration play a role in ancient history of the Americas?
Brought people to America in search of food resources.
What type of civilization was The Maya?
Theocracy
What are cliff dwellings?
They are built into steep cliffs.
What are some crops that early Americans planted?
maize, pumpkin, squash, and beans.
Definition of Clan
a group of people who have a common ancestor
How can migration and nomads go hand in hand?
They believed nomads followed a migration route to Asia.
How were the great civilizations different?
They do not share the same religion.
What advantages did cliff dwellings bring to the Ancient Puebloans?
Protection from the weather and enemies
What were some accomplishments of the Olmec?
building stone houses
farming enough to feed thousands of people.
Definition of federation
a government that links and unites different groups
Why might people have migrated from Asia to the Americas?
Hunting, trading, and in search of more food resources.
In what chronological order do the civilizations appear?
Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca
How did the Inuit adapt to the cold Artic climate?
Built igloos, and hunted for animals that could make warmer clothing.
What are some items that the Maya would trade?
crops, pottery, deer, and cacao beans.
How are the words federation and clan related?
all different groups of people, but united.
What factors likely led some early Americans to change from hunting to farming?
Animals were going extinct, so farming led to a more reliable food source.
What was the writing called that the Maya used?
hieroglyphics
What is the significance of the Iroquois League?
Established the Great Peace Alliance.
What was the capital of the Inca Empire?
Cuzco
What do all the terms archaeology, artifact, and carbon dating have in common?
They all study ancient things/items.
How does carbon dating help scientists learn about early cultures?
It can determine how old things are, so it makes for a more accurate timeline.
What type of civilization was The Maya?
Theocracy
What three groups were a part of the Southeast?
Creek, Cherokee, and Chickasaw.
Why did the Plains use teepees for shelter?
They were portable, so this made them ideal for the nomadic people.