Unit 1: Period 1: 1491–1607

A land bridge connecting Asia and North America, allowing early human across the continent.

The growing of , which was a game-changer for many Native American groups, allowing for large, settled populations and advanced societies.

A sophisticated political and military of several Native American tribes in the Northeast, living in longhouses and practicing agriculture.

A belief common among many Native American groups that inhabit natural objects and phenomena.

An economic theory where a nation's power was measured by its , especially gold and silver, driving European exploration.