The excerpt reference to “skull trophy racks” best serves as evidence of which of the following?

The man-made earthwork in the center of the image most clearly suggests which of thefollowing?(A)the influence of ancient Egyptians, who used mounds as temple and burial sites, on theCahokia Indian culture(B)the availability of earth-moving machines in the Mississippi Valley area(C)the scarcity of forests and wooden building materials in the Mississippi Valley area(D)the identity of Cahokian Indians as mound-builders who used earthworks as temple andburial sitesAnswer: D

Reasoning: The first paragraph on page 8 states these mounds were for “burying the mostprominent leaders and for seasons centered on the seasons of the sun.” Meaning they onlymade these mounds for important activities or for important people.Which of the following contributed most directly to the decline of such a large, settledcommunity?

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