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Prehistory Flashcards

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How did they treat illnesses? (Supernatural, natural)

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Supernatural; charms (rocks, crystal, hair) prayer, trepanning

Natural; splints, bindings, herbs

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Why was trepanning supernatural?

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Because they cut a hole in the head to realise spirits

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Why Couldn’t they improve?

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No science
No moving between tribes
No understanding
No resources

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Who were the key people?

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Medicine man; witch doctor, dressed up as a wild stage and “scared” away spirits
Women; passed in medical knowledge

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What did they believe in? (Supernatural, natural)

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Supernatural; spirits, curses, gods/goddesses

Natural; broken bones, things you can see the causes for

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