Maize became the most important source of food as a staple food for the North American natives.
- It's estimated that Native Americans consumed maize after arriving in America.
- Maize originated as a grass in Mexico which domesticated about 6000 years ago.
- Maize was easy to store throughout the year and could be eaten by ground into flour.
- It also served the purpose of making baskets, fuel, mats etc.
- Native Americans grew maize, squash and beans together, known as Three Sisters.
Therefore we can conclude that maize became an important source of food for the natives for thousands of years ago.
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