Early Civilizations Flashcard (Global 9 2025-2026)

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What is a primary source?

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An original document or object created at the time of an event

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Which of the following best describes a secondary source?

• A diary written by a person living during the event
• A modern history book analyzing ancient Egypt
• An artifact from the Neolithic Era
• A cave painting from the Paleolithic Era

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A modern history book analyzing ancient Egypt

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The Paleolithic Era is also known as the:

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Old Stone Age

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Nomads are people who:

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Move from place to place in search of food

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Hunting and gathering was the main way of life during which era?

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Paleolithic Era

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The Neolithic Revolution refers to:

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The shift from hunting and gathering to agriculture

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Example of agriculture: Building boats, Planting and harvesting crops, Trading goods, Writing laws

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Planting and harvesting crops

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Domestication of animals means:

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Training and breeding animals for human use

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Permanent settlements became possible mainly because of:

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The development of agriculture

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Why were river valleys important to early civilizations?

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Fertile soil for farming