Global 9-Developing a Civilization/Paleolithic & Neolithic

The Neolithic Revolution is seen as a turning point in human history mainly because

• farming led to settled communities
• people started using animal skins for clothing
• copper was first used to improve stone tools
• cave paintings recorded the activities of nomadic groups

Which development occurred during the Neolithic Revolution?

• Food was grown on haciendas.
• Stone tools were used for the first time.
• The factory system replaced the domestic system.
• Permanent settlements were established in river valleys.

The Egyptians used hieroglyphics in the same way as the Sumerians used

• ideographs
• calligraphy
• cuneiform
• letters

During the Neolithic Revolution, production of a food surplus led directly to

• a nomadic lifestyle
• a reliance on stone weaponry
• an increase in population
• a dependence on hunting and gathering

Which factor most influenced the construction of semipermanent settlements during the Neolithic period?

• production of surplus food
• drawings on cave walls
• ability to harness fire
• introduction of fishing nets

Base your answer to the question on the picture and on your knowledge of social studies.
How did early people use rivers to survive? 

• To build roads
• To send messages
• To irrigate crops
• To build shelter

Which practice is closely associated with most ancient river valley civilizations?

• recording events in cave paintings
• using irrigation systems
• developing democratic traditions
• spreading monotheistic religious customs

Which river in India is considered sacred to Hindus?

• Brahmaputra
• Tigris
• Ganges
• Indus

The highest mountain peak in the world is in the Himalaya Mountains.  What is it called?

• Mount Kilimanjaro
• Mount McKinley
• Mount Everest
• K2

Which of the following choices best describes a dynasty?

• a group of scribes
• a ruling family
• a long dividing wall
• a set of laws