Kansas Early History

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Who were the first residents of Kansas?

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Nomadic hunter-gatherers during the Late Paleoindian period, around 10,000 years ago.

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What evidence is there of early inhabitants in Kansas?

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Tools such as spear points and scrapers made from stone have been discovered.

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What are some significant archaeological sites in Kansas?

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The Holliday Site and Kansans.

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What do the Holliday Site and Kansans reveal?

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They provide insights into the life of prehistoric peoples and the transition from nomadic lifestyles to settled agricultural practices.

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What methods do archaeologists use in Kansas?

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Excavation, surveying, and carbon dating.

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Why is archaeology important in Kansas?

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It helps understand the timeline of human habitation and cultural evolution, providing insights into social structures, diets, and practices.

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Which Native American tribes historically inhabited Kansas?

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The Kaw (Kansa), Osage, Pawnee, and Cheyenne.

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What were the lifestyles of Native Americans in Kansas?

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They engaged in agriculture, hunting, and gathering, and built homes like earth lodges and teepees.

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Define 'Paleoindian'.

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The first inhabitants of North America, known for their hunting and gathering lifestyle.

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Define 'Artifact'.

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Any object made or used by humans, which is studied in archaeology.