An Artifact's Provenience Is

question 3

Multiple Choice

An artifact's provenience is:

• A) the geologic source of the raw material from which the artifact was manufactured.
• B) the artifact's location relative to a system of spatial data collection.
• C) the facility where the artifact is currently stored.
• D) how the artifact was used in the prehistoric past.

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Definitions:

Beaver Pelts

Beaver pelts refers to the fur of beavers, which was highly sought after for the manufacture of hats and garments, especially in the 17th and 18th centuries, driving the North American fur trade.

Sioux

A group of Native American tribes and First Nations peoples primarily inhabiting the Great Plains of the United States and Canada.

French

Relating to the people, language, or culture of France.

Southeast

A geographical region of the United States that includes states like Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, known for its distinct culture and history.