Do Now – Level 0 List al least 5 differences you see between the two images. Then, explain why you think the differences are present.

The Neolithic Revolution Treviño Kimble/Ramos/Mann

Homework Complete vocabulary practice sheet

Intro to Key Concepts Green Periodization (8600 BCE – 600 BCE) Directions: 1.Write down the given definition. 2.Rewrite the definition in your own words. 3.Draw an image that represents the term.

1. Neolithic Revolution Definition Noun, The 1 st agricultural revolution which marked the transition from nomadic hunting and gathering communities to agriculture and permanent settlements. 

2. Hunter-Gatherer Society Definition Noun, A member of nomadic people who live chiefly by hunting, fishing, and harvesting wild food.

3. Agricultural Society Definition Noun, The science, art, or occupation concerned with cultivating land, raising crops, and feeding, breeding, or raising livestock.

4. Specialization Definition Noun, The division of labor by cooperating individuals who perform specific tasks and roles.

5. Domestication Definition Verb, To tame an animal to live in close association with human beings as a pet or work animal, usually creating a dependency so the animal loses its ability to live in the wild.

Partner Work Directions 1.With your partner, sort the images into 2 categories: A.Hunter – gatherer society B.Agricultural society 2.On a blank sheet of paper, create a T-chart listing the differences between the 2 categories, based on evidence from the images. You will need one paper per scholar. Hunter- Gatherer Society Agricultural Society

Crash Course #1: The 1 st Agricultural Revolution Directions Watch the video and answer the questions on your viewing guide.

Independent Practice – Level 0 Using the same paper (1 st T-chart), create a new t- chart that lists the pros and cons of the development of agriculture. You must use evidence (examples) from the video. ProsCons

Exit Ticket 1.What is the key difference between hunter-gatherer and agricultural societies? 2.List 1 pro and 1 con of the Neolithic Revolution. 3.In your opinion, was the effect of the Neolithic Revolution more positive or negative? Explain your answer.