UNIT 1 PREHISTORY
Hominids Hominids are humans and other creatures that walk upright. Originated in Africa about 4 million years ago
Invented tools Mastered fire Developed language Used technology (ways of applying knowledge, tools, and inventions to meet needs)
Why do we view early hominids (cavemen) as stupid???
Neolithic Revolution Shift from hunting and gathering to farming that caused a major change in human life
Steady source of food –Advantages:_______________ __________________________ Domestication (taming of animals) starts Neolithic Revolution leads to SETTLEMENT, especially in fertile river valleys.
Civilizations Village City Civilization Must include all 5 elements: 1)Advanced Cities 2)Specialized Workers 3)Complex Institutions 4)Record Keeping 5)Advanced Technology
Advanced Cities Specialized Workers Complex Institutions Record Keeping Advanced Technology
Advanced Cities Centers of Trade Large population
Specialized Workers Lots of extra food specialization – the development of skills in a specific kind of work Artisans - skilled workers who make goods by hand
Complex Institutions Institution - Long- lasting pattern of organization in a community EX: government, religion, economy
Record Keeping Scribe – professional record keeper Cuneiform – wedge- shaped writing
Advanced Technology People look for ways to make life easier EX: wheel