Units 1-3 Early Humans, Mesopotamia, and Egypt

What does BC stand for in historical time designations?

• Before the Common Era

• Before Christ

• Before Civilization

• Before Calendar

Which of the following time designations is secular?

• AD

• BC

• BCE

• Anno Domini

In a timeline, where would you place events that occurred in 500 BCE?

• On the right side, after AD

• On the left side, before BC

• On the left side, before AD

• On the right side, after CE

What does the term "circa" or "c." indicate when used with a date?

• The exact date

• A date that is not certain

• A date in the future

• A date in the past

How many years are in a century?

• 10 years

• 50 years

• 100 years

• 1000 years

What is a nomad?

• A type of animal

• A person who moves from place to place

• A permanent settler

• A type of plant

Which materials did nomadic hunter-gatherers use to make tools?

• Plastic and metal

• Stone, bone, and wood

• Glass and rubber

• Concrete and steel

What advantage did controlling fire give to hunter-gatherers?

• It allowed them to fly

• It helped them cook food, keep warm, and protect against predators

• It enabled them to build skyscrapers

• It allowed them to communicate over long distances

What does the term "nomadic" refer to?

• A type of food

• A way of life involving moving from place to place

• A stationary lifestyle

• A type of clothing

Why did early humans create temporary and portable shelters?

• To show off their wealth

• To protect themselves from the elements while following animal migration patterns

• To store food for long periods

• To build permanent cities