The Evolution of Work

What was the primary focus of early hunters and gatherers?

• To trade goods

• To build cities

• To survive

• To create art

What significant change allowed for larger settlements?

• Discovery of fire

• Development of writing

• Taming of plants and animals

• The invention of the wheel

In some cultures, how was hard work perceived?

• As a form of entertainment

• As a necessary evil

• As undignified

• As a sign of wealth

What did agricultural improvements lead to?

• More hunters

• Decline of cities

• Surplus crops

• Less community involvement

What stage of work involved skilled artisans like shoemakers?

• Agricultural stage

• Craft stage

• Post-industrial stage

• Industrial stage

What major revolutions changed the nature of work?

• Technological and agricultural revolutions

• Political and economic revolutions

• Industrial and capitalist revolutions

• Cultural and social revolutions

What did workers demand during the industrial revolution?

• Better work conditions

• Longer work hours

• More holidays

• Higher wages

What economy emerged with the development of computers and the internet?

• Industrial economy

• Agricultural economy

• Service economy

• Knowledge-based economy

What is a challenge faced by some workers in today's economy?

• Feeling left behind

• Overabundance of resources

• Too many job opportunities

• Lack of technology

What does the future of work depend on, according to the text?

• Government regulations

• Individual actions and collaboration

• Technological advancements

• Globalization