The stone ages Flashcards
The written record of what has happened in the past.
history
about or around
circa
eyewitness/first hand account and is created during the time of study.
primary source
are records based on primary sources
secondary sources
the period of human prehistory that lasted until about 12000 years ago.
paleolithic age
prehistory
the period of time before writing was invented.
Agriculture
the raising of crops and animals for human use (farming and domesticating animals)
turning point
A moment when the course of history is changed for better or worse.
Domesticate
train plants and animals to be useful to people.
Surplus
an extra supply of something.
Specialization
people training to do one particular type of work. (To focus on one skill)
Trade
the exchange of goods. (Good for a good, service for a good)