The Neolithic Revolution

Agricultural Revolution Neolithic means “new stone” Shift from hunting of animals to systematic agriculture Began planting and domesticating animals Enough food=increase in population

Question 1: How did the production of food change overall society? Because there was enough food, humans had more control over their lives. Move away from nomadic lifestyle Taming of animals Farming spread to Southeastern Europe and near the Mediterranean Sea

Question 2: What role did animals play during the Neolithic Revolution? Domesticated pigs, cows, goats, and sheep In domesticating animals, people used animals to help farm. Animals were also used for their skins, meat, and fat.

Question 3: What types of crops were grown? Wheat Barley Yams Bananas Beans Squash Maize

Question 4: How were villages structured Question 4: How were villages structured? What were some positives and negatives? Villages Simple mud brick houses built close together Specialization of labor began when there wasn’t a need for farmers Artisans- skilled workers who made goods Traditional economy based on agriculture

Question 5: How has the Neolithic Revolution impacted us today? Built walls for protection of themselves and storehouses Encouraged trade Division of labor Made different tools Made yarn from cotton

Question 6: What impact did metal pouring have on the Neolithic Revolution? Liquid metal was poured into molds to make tools and weapons. New level of control over the environment

Question 7: Why are governments important? Governments organized society First governments- monarchs- kings or queens who rule a kingdom Made laws to protect citizens

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