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Vocabulary. Periodization -how we divide a subject into historical eras for purposes of analysis and study. BC/AD or BCE/CE - Before Christ/Anno Domini or Before Common Era/Common Era
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Vocabulary Periodization-how we divide a subject into historical eras for purposes of analysis and study. BC/AD or BCE/CE- Before Christ/Anno Domini or Before Common Era/Common Era Neolithic Revolution-major change to human life caused by the development of farming (from hunter-gatherer to agrarian-farmers) Domestication-the taming of animals (horses, dogs, goats, pigs, etc.) Irrigation-bringing water to fields using man-made canals
Is it really 2012??? 4710 in China, the year of the Dragon Hebrew Year 5772 January 1st 2012 = 1433 in Islam
Compare… Hunter-Gatherers Settled Farmers
Neolithic Revolution Causes Impact Hunting-Gathering bands scattered seeds near campsites Climate Change-rising temps led to longer growing seasons and more dry land Growing populations led to discovery of new food sources-steady supply Permanent settlements and eventually the first cities Positive Effects: development of culture (art, religion), specialization of labor, irrigation systems Negative Effects: Close proximity leads to disease, competition for land, environmental impact.
Use Your Words… Use the following words to explain the cause and effect relationship in the development of permanent settlements: Here is the CHALLENGE-Try to make it ONE sentence!!! Tools Settlement Hunters Gatherers Food Domestication of animals Agriculture
Was Farming a Good Idea??? Read the Handout- “Was Farming a Good Idea” Make TWO T-Charts Label one Advantages/Disadvantages of Hunting/Gathering Label the other Advantages/Disadvantages of Farming Fill them in as you read and then we will discuss as a class.