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Prehistory and Indians

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How many federally recognized Indian tribes does West Virginia have?
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Where was the first documented archeological excavation in West Virginia?
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What do most archeologists consider West Virginia's most controversial prehistoric artifact?
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What current road follows the approximate path of the prehistoric Kanawha, or Buffalo, Trail?
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During prehistoric times, what was the most commonly eaten meat in present West Virginia?
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This mysterious wooden figure holding what appears to be a lamb has long been the subject of debate about its authenticity.
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What language did the Shawnees speak?
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Before European settlement, which tribe was likely the largest in what would become the U.S. Southeast?
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Which one of the following tribes was not affiliated with the Iroquois Confederation?
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What city was attacked twice by the British and their Indian allies during the Revolutionary War?
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