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Maize: The Importance Of The Archaic Era
The importance of the Archaic Era is beyond what words can begin to describe. This era existed between 2,500 to 10,000 years ago, and the traditions that started back then by the Native North Americans, are still carried out to this very day in time. Yes, many things were introduced and created during this time, however, agriculture was known as the "main attraction" in the era. When agriculture was introduced, not too long after, a world changing product was also brought to the table, maize.

Maize is known to most people as a twin to corn. Yes, but maize had its own characteristics that made it unique and also so valuable. As stated in the passage, "Maize is a highly nutritious cereal, containing more nutrients than wheat, rice, millet, and

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