Tools used by Modern Homo sapiens Flashcards
1
Q
What phases of tool culture were Homo sapiens existent in?
A
- Mesolithic.
- Neolithic.
2
Q
When did tools from the Mesolithic phase of tool culture appear?
A
12000 years ago.
3
Q
Where were tools from the Mesolithic phase of tool culture found?
A
Variad in each geographical location.
4
Q
What cultural periods were Homo sapiens existent in?
A
- Transitional.
- Agricultural revolution.
5
Q
What are transitional tools?
A
- Hafted onto a handle of wood or bone.
- Greater variety of tools produced.
- More finely made.
6
Q
What are examples of tools found in the transitional tool culture?
A
- Microliths.
- Small bladed tools.
7
Q
What are agricultural revolution tools?
A
- Specialisation of crafting tools.
- Tools used for the domestication of plants and animals.
- Harvesting resources such as wheat and peas.
8
Q
When did tools from the neolithic phase of tool culture first appear?
A
10,000 years ago.
