World History Exam 1

What happened during the Old Stone Age?

• Earth was a hot, glowing ball

• Humans used simple tools

• Humanlike creatures first appeared

• Life began in the water

When did the New Stone Age begin?

• About 20,000 years ago

• About 100,000 years ago

• About 10,000 years ago

• About 200,000 years ago

People in villages had to be nomads.

• True

• False

• I'm not sure.

People in villages kept domesticated animals.

• True

• False

• I don't remember what domesticated animals are.

People in villages had to spend all day looking for food.

• False

• True

• They just went to McDonalds.

People in villages had time to learn new skills.

• False

• True

• Maybe

In the 1950s, the ruins of Jericho were found in turkey.

• True

• False

• I had a turkey sandwich yesterday.

Which term describes a shared set of language, ideas, and habits?

• civilization

• culture

• government

• class

Which of the following is a part of civilization?

• a government

• a system of record keeping

• a class system

• all answers are correct

Tell me one important facts from what we have covered that has really stuck with you.