Junior Scholastic, February 21st, 2003
Peru is the third largest country in area in South America. More than 27 million people live in Peru, and the nation is home to more Indians than any other country on the continent.
Study the time line of Peru's history (below). Use with information to answer the questions.
TIME LINE
800-400 B.C.
The Chavin Indians develop the first-known civilization in Peru. The Chavin live in complex societies in mountain areas as high as 10,000 feet above sea level. They also produce high-quality pottery, textiles, jewelry, and sculpture.
1200 A.D.
An Indian tribe known as the Inca begins to conque...
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