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Early Archaeological Evidence in the Americas

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This printable social studies worksheet gives 6th graders a reading passage on early human settlement in the Americas and the archaeological evidence challenging the "Clovis First" model. Students answer five multiple-choice questions on Monte Verde, Meadowcroft Rockshelter, and DNA evidence, then respond to three short-answer questions on technology, excavation methods, and specific sites. Suitable for history units on Paleo-Indian cultures, classwork, or homework.

Subject:: Social Studies
Topic:: Archaeology
Grade Level:: 6th Grade
Updated December 2025

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