Stiles 2017 Chapters 1, 2, Themes Flashcards
Defimne the theme: Economics drive change
Things in life change when money is involved
What do you need to know about the theme: Economics drive change
The quest/desire for money can make people/leaders/countries “do” things
Define the theme: Every action or event has a reaction or consequence
Everything has a consequence/result to it
What do you need to know about the theme: Every action or event has a reaction or consequence
Every decision or action will cause a “ripple” effect. Consequences can be either positive or negative, some can have unintended effects.
Define the theme: Geography shapes culture
Peoples’ lives are affected by where they live
What do you need to know about the theme: Geography shapes culture
Culture is a set of beliefs, values, and practices that a group has in common
Define the theme: History repeats
The story of human life has repetitive themes
What you need to know about the theme: History repeats
There are patterns, cycles, threads throughout human life
Define the theme: Mankind is universal
All human beings need the same things, want the same things, “feel” the same things
What you need to know about the theme: Mankind is universal
Basic needs must be met first for people to survive and thrive. Water, food, shelter. Not only are needs the same, but feelings are too
Define the theme: Perspective defines historical interpretation
Events/history will have multiple sides, versions, or explanations
What you need to know about the theme: Perspective defines historical interpretation
Someone might see, experience or interpret things differently
Define the theme: Power corrupts
Humans will abuse their power if nothing exists to “check” them
What you need to know about the them: Power corrupts
Once people achieve a position of power, most tend to take advantage of it
Archaeology
The study of the past based on what people left behind
Artifacts
Objects created by and used by humans
Environment
All living and nonliving things that affect life in an area
Fossil
A part of imprint of something that was once alive
Geography
The study of the earth’s physical and cultural features
History
The study of the past
Why do we study history?
To help us better understand ourselves, others, and our world
What is the goal of historians?
To understand the cultures of the past
Resources
Materials found in the earth that people need and value
Give 3 examples of natural resource
Animals(cow), water(stream), wood/lumber(trees), plants(tomato)
What was the importance of natural resources to early settlements?
People lived where these were plentiful
Agriculture
The development of farming from the domestication of plants
Domestication
The process of changing plants or animals to make them more useful to humans
Megaliths
Huge stones used as monuments or sites for religious gatherings
Name 4 positive changes that helped create the “Neolithic” Revolution.
Tools, fire, climate change, plants and animals
Name 2 plants that began to grow during the Neolithic Revolution
Barley and wheat
What was the big change during the Neolithic Revolution?
From hunting to farming
What did permanent settlements give humans
Increased chance of survival equals increase in population
What activities did Neolithic Man do?
Clothes, jewelry, blankets, art, cookware, utensils, household items
What did the gods and goddesses represent that the Neolithic Man prayed to?
4 elements, animals, and nature
What were the 4 problems with man’s permanent settlements?
Space, animals, water, and humans
Why was space a problem?
It will eventually become limited and over farmed.
Why were animals a problem?
Animals need space, food, and water. They are carrier of diseases
Why was water a problem?
It was contaminated from waste and it was effected by weather.
Why were humans a problem?
They carried diseases and committed crimes.
Archeaologists
Study the past through artifacts and fossils
Another name for the Neolithic Era
New Stone Age
Location where the Neolithic Era took place
Southwest Asia and Egypt
Time period of the Neolithic Era
10,000 to 5,000 years ago
What shift was made in the Neolithic Era
People hunting food to gathering and producing food
REMINDER FOR THE TEST…CLICK REVEAL ANSWER
You must be able to link the notes that we took to G.R.A.P.E.S. You will need to provide real/classroom specific examples from Chapter 1 & 2 info!
ANOTHER REMINDER FOR THE TEST…CLICK REVEAL ANSWER
You must be able to link the notes that we took to the 7 THEMES OF HISTORY. You will need to provide real/classroom specific examples from Chapter 1 & 2 info!
