Question

north american indians were excellent farmers. they planted the \three sisters\—corn, beans, squash—together in a way that helped each of them grow. this is called \companion planting.\ the roots of the beans put nitrogen into the soil, which fed the corn. the corn acted as a pole for the beans. the squash leaves shaded the ground to keep the soil moist. the beans and corn were left to age and dry. this increased the amount of protein in the food. the \three sisters\ together provided a lot of the food needs of the american indian. 1. what were the benefits of planting corn, beans, and squash together? 2. what is a dish you eat made with one of these plants?

Explanation:

1. The roots of beans put nitrogen in soil for corn, corn acts as a pole for beans, and squash leaves shade ground to keep soil moist. Also, when left to age and dry, they increase protein in food and meet food - needs.
2. For corn, a dish could be corn on the cob; for beans, baked beans; for squash, butternut squash soup. Answers may vary based on personal experience.

Answer:

1. The roots of the beans provide nitrogen for the corn, the corn serves as a support for the beans, the squash leaves keep the soil moist, and together they increase protein in food and meet food - needs.
2. Examples: Corn on the cob (using corn), Baked beans (using beans), Butternut squash soup (using squash).