The stone ages Flashcards

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The written record of what has happened in the past.

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history

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2
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about or around

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circa

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eyewitness/first hand account and is created during the time of study.

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primary source

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4
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are records based on primary sources

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secondary sources

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5
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the period of human prehistory that lasted until about 12000 years ago.

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paleolithic age

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prehistory

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the period of time before writing was invented.

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7
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Agriculture

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the raising of crops and animals for human use (farming and domesticating animals)

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turning point

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A moment when the course of history is changed for better or worse.

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9
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Domesticate

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train plants and animals to be useful to people.

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10
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Surplus

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an extra supply of something.

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Specialization

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people training to do one particular type of work. (To focus on one skill)

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Trade

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the exchange of goods. (Good for a good, service for a good)

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