What was a benefit of slash-and-burn farming during the Neolithic era? Slash-and-burn farming removed unwanted wildlife from an area. Terrace farming could begin after the slash-and-burn process was finished. Land could be cleared quickly and enriched with ash from the fires. Land needed to be slashed and burned before irrigation ditches could be dug.

How is the career of an archaeologist different from hollywood’s portrayal of an archaeologist? how have your views on the field of archaeology changed as a result of what you have studied in this unit?

In the mid-1800s, how did american indians often react to the us government signing treaties with tribal chiefs to establish reservations? many american indians did not accept the treaties and resisted relocating. many american indians fought for land taken away by the dawes act. many american indians bought land in oklahoma from white settlers. many american indians accepted the treaties and relocated voluntarily.

What was herbert hoover and the food administration do in wwi?