Prehistory

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Archaeologists are known for their study of:

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the physical remains of a civilization

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The Neolithic Revolution refers to the time when early humans-

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developed agriculture.

Front

People who follow herds of animals and have no permanent homes are called ____________.

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nomads 

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The name for the New Stone Age

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Neolithic Age

Front

What was the distinguishing feature of the Homo Erectus?

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They could walk upright

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An object made and used by people of the past

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Artifact

Front

The name for the Old Stone Age

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Paleolithic

Front

Which of the following is NOT true about hunters and gatherers?

• They moved in order to hunt their prey.
• They were nomadic.
• They had pigs, sheep, and goats on their farms.
• They had temporary shelters.

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They had pigs, sheep, and goats on their farms.

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Complex society with cities, organized government and a system of writing.

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civilization

Front

What test performed by archaeologists was used to analyze fossils and artifacts?

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carbon dating