2. Civilization Emerges
Agriculture causes a dramatic change in lifestyles
People dwell together in farming villages or towns
Domestication of animals and the invention of new tools

3. Trade emerges: aided by the wheel and sail
Economic Changes
Irrigation systems  food surplus
Craftspeople: pottery, metal objects and woven cloths
Trade emerges: aided by the wheel and sail

4. + Social Changes Cooperation and labor of many people
Religion becomes more organized
Development of tools
Old Stone Age
New Stone Age +

5. What is Civilization? Complex culture with 5 characteristics
Advanced cities
Specialized Workers
Complex Institutions
Record Keeping
Advanced Technology

6. The United States of America
Assignment
Create a chart identifying the 5 characteristics of civilization as they pertain to the U.S.
Characteristics of Civilization
The United States of America
Advanced Cities
Specialized Workers
Complex Institutions
Record Keeping
Advanced Technology