Question 59 of 100
2008 civics test
American History

Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?

Accepted answers

Accepted answers

  • American Indians
  • Native Americans

Explanation

American Indians (Native Americans) lived in America before Europeans arrived.

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Source: USCIS, 2008 version (USCIS Office of Citizenship, rev. 08/21)Verified Sep 14, 2026Official PDF

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