Agricultural Revolution Flashcards
1
Q
When did it begin?
A
14,000 years ago
2
Q
Why the changeover to farming?
A
Local population growth pushed people to more marginal areas
There, they were forced to use a broader array of wild resources & find new plants to cultivate
3
Q
Why the changeover?
A
Because food production supports larger populations, these larger groups probably out- competed foragers
