Prior to European contact,the eastern third of what is today the United States
A) was politically controlled by the Cahokia Indians.
B) contained no permanent settlements.
C) had the most abundant food resources of any region of the continent.
D) was populated by tribes that engaged in hunting and gathering but did not yet farm.
E) remained for the most part uninhabited.

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The eastern third of what is today the United States was known for its rich and diverse ecosystems, which supported a wide variety of plants and animals. This abundance of natural resources allowed Native American tribes in the region to develop complex societies with rich agricultural practices, making it one of the most food-abundant regions of the continent prior to European contact.

Prior to European Contact,the Eastern Third of What Is Today