Chapter 4.2: The Agricultural Revolution

When did the Neolithic Age begin?

• about 8,000 B.C.E.

• about 4,000 B.C.E.

• about 2,000 B.C.E.

• 2.5 million years ago

What was the MAJOR development of the Neolithic Age?

• specialization of labor

• beginning of trade

• systematic agriculture

• use of new stone tools

In early civilizations, farmers and craftspeople belonged to the highest social class.

• True

• False

During the Neolithic Age, the population was able to grow because...

• many animals that were dangerous to humans died off

• hunters developed better techniques for hunting

• humans learned which plants were safe to eat

• people had a steady supply of food

A monarchy is a type of government led by an elected president.

• True

• False

Early civilizations often portrayed their gods and goddesses in their art.

• True

• False

What is one way that houses is Catalhuyuk were DIFFERENT than most modern houses?

• Houses in Catalhuyuk were built close together.

• People in Catalhuyuk decorated the inside of their homes.

• Houses in Catalhuyuk did not have a front door.

• Houses in Catalhuyuk were bare inside.

Bronze is created by mixing copper and iron.

• True

• False

By the beginning of the Bronze Age, civilizations began to emerge in...

• mountain ranges

• ocean coastlines

• river valleys

• rain forests

Bronze was an advancement over copper because bronze is stronger.

• True

• False