1. Chapter 2.1 “Hunters & Gatherers” Section 1: “Early Humans’ Way of Life”
Early humans hunted animals & gathered food
They had to follow animals and seasonal plants
Men hunted and women gathered food and cared for children
Early H/G were nomads that moved from place to place
H/G began to migrate to distant lands
Migrated to Americas across land bridge from Siberia to Alaska
Groups mixed together at times (Good & bad)
Benefits: knowledge & tools were shared
Disadvantages: fights occurred

2. Section 2: “Development of Tools”
Stone tools represent the first technology
Over 2 million years ago, humans made tools Ex.) bags, axes, awls, & drills
This technology gave more control over their environment
500,000 BC humans learned to make & control fire
Fire provided light, heat, cooked food, & gave protection,
They used fire to harden metal tools

3. Section 3: “Early Human Culture”
Language developed as people needed to cooperate in hunting & gathering
Religion is the worship of God, gods, or spirits
Early humans painted pictures on cave walls
Early cave art was made to honor the spirit of animals
Cave art reflects the fact that animals were central to life
Art also includes music, dance, & stories