The most marked phases of this civilization are found in the development of basketry and pottery, and the exquisite work in stone implements. Every conceivable shape of the arrow-head, the spear, the stone axe and hammer, the grinding board for grains, the bow-and-arrow, is evidence of the skill in handiwork of these primitive peoples. Also, the skill in curing and tanning hides for clothing, and the methods of hunting and trapping game are evidences of great skill. Perhaps, also, there is something in the primitive music of these people which not only is worthy of study but has added something to the music culture of more advanced peoples. At least, if pressed to learn the real character of man, we must go to primitive peoples and primitive life and customs.
SUBJECTS FOR FURTHER STUDY
1. What contributions did the American Indians make to European civilization?
2. What are the chief physical and mental traits of the Indian?
3. What is the result of education of the Indian?
4. How many Indians are there in the United States? (a) Where are they located? (b) How many children in school? Where?
5. If the Europeans made a better use of the territory than did the Indians, had the Europeans the right to dispossess them? Did they use the right means to gain possession?
6. Study an Indian tribe of your own selection regarding customs, habits, government, religion, art, etc.
[[1]] Recent discoveries in Nevada and Utah indicate a wide territorial extension of the Pueblo type.