Mound-Builders
Definition
Mound-Builders were prehistoric Native American cultures that constructed earthen mounds for various purposes such as burial sites, ceremonial platforms, and residential areas.
Analogy
Imagine building a sandcastle at the beach, but instead of just one mound, you create a whole complex with different shapes and sizes. That's what the Mound-Builders did, except they used soil and rocks to construct their mounds.
Related terms
Cahokia: Cahokia was a major ancient city of the Mississippian culture, known for its large earthen mounds in present-day Illinois.
Serpent Mound: Serpent Mound is an effigy mound shaped like a serpent located in Ohio. It is one of the most famous examples of mound-building cultures.
Effigy Mounds: Effigy mounds are earthworks shaped like animals or other figures created by Native American cultures. They served various purposes such as burial sites or ceremonial grounds.
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