Why did american indians who lived in dry areas make knives from flint rather than slate? flint was better suited to hunting small animals. slate was more common in wet microclimates. slate was not a good material for constructing tools. flint was better suited to hunting large animals.

When the novel made its first appearance in the 1700s, why did it appeal to people of all classes? people could identify with the stories of everyday life. people were entertained by reading about the lives of nobles. people preferred stories that were thoughtful, not full of action. people were excited to read about great historical figures.