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Origins of Early People in the Americas Quiz
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Origins of Early People in the Americas Quiz

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What is the basis of the Oceania Theory?

  • Alaska and Asia
  • Austria and Polynesia
  • Australia and Polynesia (correct)
  • North America and Oceania
  • Which of the following is not considered a significant influence on the development of early Native American cultures?

  • Oceania Theory (correct)
  • Domestication of animals
  • Beringia land bridge
  • Maize cultivation
  • What evidence supports the Beringia land bridge theory?

  • Ancient cave paintings found in Alaska depicting the land bridge
  • Genetic studies showing a close relationship between Native American populations and those in Asia
  • Fossil discoveries of early human remains in both Siberia and North America (correct)
  • Historical records of ship voyages between Eurasia and the Americas
  • Which region is believed to have the closest cultural and linguistic similarities to early South American peoples?

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    Study Notes

    Oceania Theory

    • The basis of the Oceania Theory is the migration of people from Oceania to the Americas.

    Influences on Early Native American Cultures

    • None of the following are not considered significant influences: Asian, African, or European influences.

    Beringia Land Bridge Theory

    • The Beringia land bridge theory is supported by evidence of glaciers, genetic similarities, and fossil records.

    Early South American Peoples

    • The region with the closest cultural and linguistic similarities to early South American peoples is the Amazon River Basin.

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    Test your knowledge of Native American history with this worksheet on the origins of early people in the Americas. Explore the Oceania Theory and its link to South American peoples, and challenge yourself with questions about cultural and linguistic connections. Access the worksheet to deepen your understanding of Native American tribes and cultures.

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