Big Picture Flashcards
Who was one of the main figures who popularized Evolution?
Charles Darwin.
What is the basic premise of Human Evolution?
That we evolved from apes.
What species of ape are we?
Homo sapiens.
What is the Paleolithic Era?
The longest period of human existence; also known as the “old stone age.” It ended about 11,000 years ago.
What big lifestyle change occurred about 12,000 years ago?
The switch from hunting and gathering to agriculture.
What are Civilizations?
Prominent and powerful human communities that typically emerged from Agricultural societies.
In terms of Agriculture and farming, why was America disadvantageous?
There weren’t many animals or many plants to farm.
When did the first cities emerge?
At around 3500 B.C.E., well after the development of agriculture.
