Life of Early Humans_1

Which of the following options accurately describes the lifestyle of early humans?

• A) Early humans were predominantly farmers.

• B) Early humans were skilled artisans and craftsmen.

• C) Early humans were hunter-gatherers.

• D) Early humans were primarily traders and merchants.

In the early stages, human were _____________ and nomads.

• a. hunter-gatherers
  

• b. advanced
  

• c. singers
  

• d. musicians

The early humans had no knowledge of agriculture and building. How did this impact their lifestyle?

• A) They lived in large, organized settlements and cities.

• B) They had a steady food supply and could focus on developing advanced technologies.

• C) They relied on hunting and gathering for survival, leading a nomadic lifestyle.

• D) They had access to modern tools and equipment, making their lives easier.

Name the shelter of early men.

• caves

• near river or water bodies

• mud houses

• In hilly regions

How did early humans primarily make clothing?

• A) They used animal hides and leaves/bark of trees for clothing.

• B) They purchased ready-made garments from specialized traders.

• C) They grew cotton and other crops to weave fabrics for clothing.

• D) They wore the skins of mythical creatures to protect themselves from the elements.

What was the primary source of food for the primitive man?

• A) Farming and agriculture

• B) Gathering fruits and nuts only

• C) Hunting animals, catching fish, and gathering fruits, tubers, and other plant produce

• D) Trading with neighboring tribes for food

What materials were primarily used by early humans to make weapons?

• A) Metals and alloys

• B) Plastics and synthetic materials

• C) Stones, bones, and wood

• D) Precious gemstones and crystals

What was one of the causes for early humans moving from one place to another?

• A) To explore new territories for adventure.

• B) To escape from natural disasters like floods and earthquakes.

• C) To find sources of entertainment and leisure.

• D) The food resource at a particular place was exhausted, so they were forced to move in search of a better place.

Why did early humans need to be on the move to obtain a constant supply of fruits, roots, tubers, seeds, etc.?

• A) To follow a nomadic lifestyle out of tradition.

• B) To avoid conflicts with neighboring tribes.

• C) Because most plants are seasonal and bear fruits or seeds in a particular season.

• D) To search for new sources of water.

Apart from the seasonal availability of food, why did early humans also need to move in search of water?

• A) To find new hunting grounds for fresh game.

• B) To avoid hostile encounters with other tribes.

• C) Because rivers and ponds became dry during summer, limiting their water sources.

• D) To explore new landscapes and natural beauty.