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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 was the first mound in West Virginia where Indian remains recovered from a state and federally funded project were controversially reburied?
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What was the earliest known prehistoric culture to occupy what is now West Virginia?
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Which one of the following never had a "sphere of influence" in 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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The May Moore burial mound is located in what county?
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Which of the following is NOT associated with the Late Archaic period (3000-1000 B.C.)?
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Which one of the following tribes was not affiliated with the Iroquois Confederation?
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What 1756 French & Indian War mission led by Andrew Lewis to destroy Shawnee villages in Ohio ended in near disaster in present southern West Virginia?
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After the French & Indian War, which region of present West Virginia experienced the least conflicts with Indians?
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