The Evolution of Human Civilization

The video explores the evolution of human society from hunter-gatherers to agricultural communities. It highlights the transition from the Old Stone Age to the New Stone Age, marked by the advent of farming. This shift allowed humans to settle, leading to the development of civilizations, specialization of labor, and trade. The surplus of food enabled larger communities and the exchange of goods and ideas, setting the foundation for modern society.

What was the primary lifestyle of early humans before the advent of agriculture?

• Farming

• Crafting tools

• Hunting and gathering

• Trading

When did the Old Stone Age begin?

• Around 2 million years ago

• Around 8,000 BCE

• Around 5,000 BCE

• Around 10,000 years ago

What significant change marked the beginning of the New Stone Age?

• The invention of the wheel

• The discovery of fire

• The development of farming

• The creation of art

What allowed early humans to build permanent shelters?

• The discovery of metal

• The development of language

• The surplus of food from agriculture

• The invention of the wheel

How did agriculture impact the size of communities?

• Communities disappeared

• Communities grew larger

• Communities remained the same size

• Communities became smaller

What was one of the new jobs that emerged due to agricultural surplus?

• Hunter

• Gatherer

• Nomad

• Weaver

What did specialization of labor lead to in early societies?

• New and better ways of doing things

• Increased hunting activities

• More leisure time

• Less efficient work

What was a common reason for early traders to travel long distances?

• To find new lands

• To acquire resources not available locally

• To escape harsh weather

• To spread their culture

Which of the following was a popular item traded by early civilizations?

• Gold

• Silk

• Iron

• Flint

What was one of the effects of trade on early civilizations?

• It led to the decline of civilizations

• It reduced the need for agriculture

• It spread ideas and knowledge

• It isolated communities