Topic 1 Origins of Civilization

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What is a geologist?

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Scientists who study the physical materials of Earth itself, such as soil and rocks.

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What defines a civilization?

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A complex society that has cities, a well-organized government, and workers with specialized skills.

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How did people acquire food during the Paleolithic Era?

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By hunting and gathering.

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What is a revolution in terms of societal change?

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A COMPLETE change in ways of thinking, working, or living.

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What is anthropology?

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The study of how human beings behave.

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What are artifacts?

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Anything made and used by humans.

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What is the significance of the Neolithic Era?

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It marks the beginning of agriculture and permanent settlements.

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What is domestication?

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The process of adapting wild plants and animals for human use.

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What role does religion play in civilization?

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It often provides a moral framework and community identity.

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What is a social class?

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A division of society based on social and economic status.