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What did the people of the New Stone Age do for the first time in history?

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The new stone age people began to farm the land and domesticate animals.

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Why did scientists want to learn when they studied the Iceman’s clothing, tools, and body?

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Scientist to learn about his life.

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In the ancient world, who would have helped spread new ideas and technology?

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Trader

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What are the characteristics of a civilization?

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Central government, job specialization (or division of labor) cities, writing system.

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During the New Stone Age, what did farming villages need to develop into cities?

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A dependable source of water, good climate, resources

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With a surplus of crops not all people had the same jobs. What did Job specialization allow people to develop into?

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Artisans (people with special skill)

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What was the result of having a surplus of food during the New Stone Age?

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Pollution grew

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What was the big discovery during prehistory?

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A fire

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