The First Irish Settlers Flashcards
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What are post holes?
A
Holes left in the ground that are studied by archaeologists to determine the shape of the hut.
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Why did the first Irish settlers settle along the coast or on banks of rivers ?
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Because there were lots of forests inland
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Q
What type of houses did the first settlers live in ?
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Huts made from animal skin and small trees
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Q
What kind of information might archaeologists gather from the study of a midden?
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What kind of food the first settlers ate
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Q
Why did the early settlers move from place to place ?
A
To get more food and supplies
