Vocabulary - Paleo and Neo Era

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Archaeology

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The study of past societies through their remains.

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Anthropology

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The study of humans, their societies, and cultures.

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Hominid

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A member of the group that includes humans and their ancestors.

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"Out of Africa" Theory

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The idea that modern humans first emerged in Africa and spread to other continents.

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Systematic agriculture

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The organized growing of food on a regular schedule.

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Artisan

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A skilled worker who makes goods by hand.

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Civilization

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A complex society with cities, government, and social classes.

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Culture

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The beliefs, customs, arts, and way of life of a group.

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Artifact

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An object made or used by humans in the past.

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Homo sapiens

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The species name for modern humans.