Question

According to today’s historical theories, Native Americans first migrated to the Americas over __________ years ago.

a. 500
b. 1,000
c. 5,000
d. 15,000

Answer 1

According to today's historical theories Native Americans first migrated to the Americas over 15,000 years ago (D).

The first settlement of the Americas began when hunter-gatherers crossed the Beringia land bridge between what is known today as Serbia and Alaska. These populations expanded south and into the Americas around 14,000 years ago.

Answer 2

According to today’s historical theories, Native Americans first migrated to the Americas over "d. 15,000" years ago, although closer estimates put the time closer to 13,000 years ago.