FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE
NATIVE AMERICANS
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government
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how people used their resources for their needs
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How the ate
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a ceremony
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Detailed explanation-1: -American Indians-Native Americans The term “Indian, ” in reference to the original inhabitants of the American continent, is said to derive from Christopher Columbus, a 15th century boat-person. Some say he used the term because he was convinced he had arrived in “the Indies” (Asia), his intended destination.
Detailed explanation-2: -What is assimilation? Assimilation was a major goal of Native American policies in the late 19th century. Assimilation is the process of taking individuals or social groups and absorbing them into mainstream culture. After families claimed their allotments, any remaining tribal lands were declared “surplus” land.
Detailed explanation-3: -Overview. Northeastern Native Americans began to rely primarily on agriculture during the Hopewellian period, from 200 BCE to 500 CE. “Three-sister” farming of squash, beans, and corn established more permanent and larger villages throughout the Ohio River Valley.