Paleolithic & Neolithic Revolution Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the Paleolithic Age also known as?
The Stone Age.
What does the term ‘Prehistory’ refer to?
The period of human history before written records.
What lifestyle did hunter/gatherers lead?
A nomadic lifestyle.
What is a characteristic of societies during the Paleolithic Age?
Egalitarian.
Where is the Great Rift Valley located?
In East Africa.
What age follows the Paleolithic Age?
The Neolithic Age.
What term describes people who move from place to place?
Nomads.
What does ‘surplus’ refer to in an agricultural context?
An excess of goods or resources.
What significant change occurred during the Neolithic Revolution?
The transition to agriculture.
What is agriculture?
The practice of cultivating soil, growing crops, and raising animals.
What is irrigation?
The artificial application of water to soil.
What does domestication of animals involve?
Taming and breeding animals for human use.
Who are artisans?
Skilled workers who create goods by hand.
What type of religion is polytheistic?
A belief system that worships multiple gods.
What role does a scribe play in a civilization?
A person who writes and keeps records.
What are gender differences?
Distinctions in roles and expectations based on gender.
What is a civilization?
A complex society with organized government, culture, and economy.
What are public works?
Infrastructure projects funded by the government for public use.
What does job specialization mean?
The process of focusing on a specific task or role.
What are social classes?
Hierarchical divisions within a society based on wealth, power, or status.
