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Prehistory and Indians

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A major archeology site, excavated in this county in the 1960s, covers at least four time periods: Late Archaic (B.C. 4000-1000), Middle Woodland (A.D. 390-530), and Fort Ancient (A.D. 1300-1600).
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Which one of the following prehistoric cultures traded with early European explorers?
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What current road follows the approximate path of the prehistoric Kanawha, or Buffalo, Trail?
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What was the earliest known prehistoric culture to occupy what is now West Virginia?
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During prehistoric times, what was the most commonly eaten meat in present West Virginia?
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Which one of the following historic Indian tribes was NOT associated with present West Virginia?
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In what treaty did Shawnees give up their hunting rights south of the Ohio River?
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All burial remains and artifacts excavated from the South Charleston Mound are now located where?
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Most archeologists think prehistoric cultures created the Luther Elkins Site petroglyphs in this county, as opposed to a largely discredited theory they depict Christian writings by 6th-century Irish monks.
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What city was attacked twice by the British and their Indian allies during the Revolutionary War?
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