Page 1: The Foundation of Human Civilization
The Paleolithic Era, also known as the Old Stone Age, was characterized by nomadic hunter-gatherer societies that developed crucial survival skills. These early humans created the first tools, mastered fire-making, and lived in close-knit clans.
Definition: Hunter-gatherers were nomadic people who moved in search of food, following animal migrations and vegetable cycles.
Example: Cave art found in the Lascaux caves of France represents some of the earliest human artistic expression.
The Neolithic Revolution marked a transformative period beginning around 10,000 years ago. This agricultural revolution was driven by climate change and population growth.
Highlight: Global temperature increases from 51 to 55 degrees created more favorable conditions for agriculture.
Vocabulary: Slash and burn agriculture - A farming method where vegetation is cut down and burned to create fertile farming land.
Definition: Domestication refers to the process of taming wild animals for human use, including horses, pigs, goats, and camels.