Unit 0 Vocab Flashcard

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Person who moves in search of food

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Nomadic

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Prehistoric era from 2M BCE to 9000 BCE; also known as the old stone age.

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Paleolithic Period

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Process of producing food, feed, fiber, and other products by cultivating plants and raising livestock.

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Agriculture

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Transition from nomadic to settled life due to agriculture.

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Neolithic Revolution

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A political unit that includes a city and its surrounding lands and villages

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City-States

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A group of states or territories controlled by one ruler.

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Empire

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An advanced stage of society with organized government, culture, science, and industry.

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Civilization

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Fundamental aspect of social organization established by fighting or display behavior, ranking animals in a group.

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Social hierarchy

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A process where individuals develop specific skills for certain activities.

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Job specialization

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A government where a king or queen holds central power.

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Monarchy