Early Humans Key Terms

The "Old Stone Age" that lasted from c. 2.5 million years ago until c. 8000 BC.

People who move from place to place to find food.

An ability that is gained by the practical use of knowledge. An example would be creating a spear out of a stick and sharpened flint.

A time when glaciers covered most of the land.

To adapt an animal to living with humans for the advantage of humans. Example: Dogs help early humans hunt.

8000 BC to around 4000 BC, it's name means "New Stone Age".

The organized growing of food on a regular schedule.

A place where people worship.

The act of training for a particular job.

The time from c. 3000 BC to 1200 BC when people began to make and use Bronze.