USA HISTORY

FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE

NATIVE AMERICANS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

What was the most important food source to the southwest?

A	Deer
B	Corn (maize)
C	Potatoes
D	Berries

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The largest producer of maize is United States of America (USA) contributing about 35% of the total world maize production.

Detailed explanation-2: -There is evidence maize was first cultivated in the Maya lowlands around 6, 500 years ago, at about the same time that it appears along the Pacific coast of Mexico.

Detailed explanation-3: -Corn tortillas, tamales and atole (a milky Central American drink) are made with ground maize. There are many different varieties to make different recipes, so be sure to get the right one.

Detailed explanation-4: -Maize is very important because of good source of minerals, vitamins, fiber and oil present in maize (rich in embryo). This oil is used for cooking and soap making companies. Maize starch is famous in pharmaceutical Industries as diluents and also used in cosmetics.

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