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The Neolithic Revolution: Was it the Worst Mistake in Human History?

Explore Jared Diamond's provocative claim that the Neolithic Revolution - the transition to agriculture - was the "worst mistake in the history of the human race." Discover the impacts of farming, agricultural surplus, specialization of labor, improved techniques, and opportunities for fulfillment. Delve into the cause-effect relationship between surplus and larger populations, specialization, trade, and the potential drawbacks of this significant historical shift.

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The Neolithic Revolution: Was it the Worst Mistake in Human History?

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  1. Day 6 Warm-Up Jared Diamond takes a bold stance on the Neolithic Revolution, arguing that it was the “worst mistake in the history of the human race.” Why do you think he might make this assertion?

  2. Impacts of Farming Agricultural surplus Support large population Specialization of labor

  3. Surplus Cause? Improved farming techniques Practice Result: Produce more food w/ fewer resources Which allowed for: larger population Store it why (2)? Trade & rainy day

  4. Specialization Cause? Large population Don’t all have to be farmers Which allowed for? Specialization of labor For example? Potters, weavers, carpenters, soldiers, etc… Opportunities for fulfillment i.e. Art & leisure

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