Intro to Neolithic Revolution

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What significant change in human lifestyle occurred approximately 11,000 years ago?

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The establishment of permanent settlements

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What was one of the primary reasons early humans migrated frequently? Options: They were searching for new tools, They followed animal migrations for hunting, They were seeking new sources of water, They were escaping natural disasters

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They followed animal migrations for hunting

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How did the end of the ice age influence human settlements?

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It created stable environments that allowed for agriculture.

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Gobekli Tepe is significant because it is believed to be:

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The world's first place of worship

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The discovery of figs in an ancient Neolithic house suggests that:

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Humans had begun to practice agriculture

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What material innovation did the inhabitants of Jericho use to build their homes?

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Mud bricks

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Why was the construction of walls and towers in Jericho important?

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They provided protection from external threats and contained livestock.

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The Sumerians are credited with:

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The invention of the first written language, The creation of the first known legal code, The establishment of the first urban centers.

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How did the development of agriculture change human society?

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It allowed for the establishment of larger, more permanent communities.

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What does the transition from hunter-gatherer societies to agricultural communities suggest about human adaptability?

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Humans thrive in stable environments