Flashcard on Early Human Settlements

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What was one of the most important factors in choosing a location for early humans to settle? Options: Proximity to mountains, Access to a freshwater source, Availability of gold, Presence of large trees

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Access to a freshwater source

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Why did early humans not want to live too close to water sources?

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Risk of flooding

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Which of these factors did NOT influence what materials were available for making tools and shelter? Landscape, Climate, Natural resources, Friends

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Friends

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What was likely the first type of shelter used by early humans?

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Caves

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Why did early humans need shelter?

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To protect themselves from predators and bad weather

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Which of these tools significantly improved quality of life but wasn't absolutely necessary for SURVIVAL in all conditions?
Hand axes, Pottery, Sticks, Rocks

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Pottery

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How did transportation tools like canoes benefit early humans?

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They could travel to previously inaccessible areas.

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Why weren't decorations a priority for early humans?

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They had to be ready to move and could only carry necessities

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Which of these skills would have been used by early humans on a daily basis?
Cave painting, Banking, Using fire for cooking and warmth, Fighting other tribes

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Using fire for cooking and warmth

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What was one way EARLY humans gathered food?

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Finding naturally occurring fruits and vegetables