3. Flashcards
The term “Palaeolithic” is derived from Greek words meaning:
Old stone
The Palaeolithic period extends from:
2 million years ago to about 12,000 years ago
The Neolithic period began around:
10,000 years ago
n: Which major environmental change around 12,000 years ago influenced the development of grasslands?
Shift to relatively warm conditions
Which grain-bearing grasses were naturally found and likely led to the beginning of farming in the subcontinent?
Wheat, barley, and rice
: Which of the following animals was the first to be tamed by early humans?
dog
Which of the following were some of the earliest plants to be domesticated?
wheat and barley
Which of the following tools is most associated with the Mesolithic period?
Microliths
The transition to a warmer climate around 12,000 years ago primarily led to the development of:
grassland
Why did early humans begin to follow and herd animals like goats and sheep
To have a regular source of food
What kind of houses were found in Burzahom, located in present-day Kashmir?
Pit-houses dug into the ground
What type of house structures were discovered in Mehrgarh?
Square or rectangular houses with multiple compartments
What distinguishes Neolithic tools from Palaeolithic tools?
They were polished to give a fine cutting edge
What tool from the Neolithic period is still commonly used today for grinding grain?
Mortar and pestle
What significant burial practice was observed at Mehrgarh?
Burial of the dead with goats
