Understanding Early Societies Through Archaeology

What methods do archaeologists use to understand early human societies?

• Carbon dating, excavation, and analysis of material remains

• Genetic engineering and DNA analysis

• Astrology and star mapping

• Alchemy and mystical rituals

What marked a pivotal change in human history according to the passage?

• The transition to agriculture

• The invention of the wheel

• The discovery of fire

• The development of language

What was a characteristic of the Paleolithic lifestyle?

• Hunting and gathering

• Settled farming communities

• Industrial manufacturing

• Digital communication

What did the domestication of plants and animals lead to?

• More stable food sources

• Decreased population

• Nomadic lifestyles

• Decline of civilizations

What do cave paintings and carvings suggest about Paleolithic people?

• A rich spiritual life and a deep connection to nature

• A focus on technological advancement

• A lack of artistic expression

• An absence of social structures