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Prehistory and Indians

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What name has been given to a Late Prehistoric culture whose people lived in present Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and southern West Virginia between A.D. 1000 and 1650?
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The Fort Ancient culture was located south of what current city?
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Many prehistoric trails later evolved into what?
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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 never had a "sphere of influence" in present West Virginia?
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Which one of the following did NOT fight on the side of the French in the French & Indian War?
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What language did the Shawnees speak?
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The Battle of Point Pleasant, pitting Virginia militia against Shawnees, was the only battle of what war?
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Mingo Indians were most closely associated with what group?
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All burial remains and artifacts excavated from the South Charleston Mound are now located where?
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