Question 1

Paleolithic societies and First Civilizations both&#10;A) developed elaborate and complex outlooks on the world.&#10;B) defined status through the accumulation of personal wealth.&#10;C) organized themselves into centralized states and empires.&#10;D) relied on agriculture to sustain their populations.

Accepted Answer

Paleolithic societies and First Civilizations both developed elaborate and complex outlooks on the world. However, only the First Civilizations defined status through the accumulation of personal wealth, organized themselves into centralized states and empires, and relied on agriculture to sustain their populations.

Question 2

Which of the following describes an effect of human activity on the environment in both agricultural village societies and First Civilizations?&#10;A) Pollution&#10;B) Global warming&#10;C) Deforestation&#10;D) Desertification

Accepted Answer

Both agricultural village societies and First Civilizations relied heavily on deforestation to clear land for agriculture, gather wood for fuel and building materials, and expand their settlements. This led to significant environmental degradation and loss of habitats for wildlife.

Question 3

Which of the following is a feature found in both Neolithic societies and First Civilizations?&#10;A) Agriculture&#10;B) Writing&#10;C) Patriarchy&#10;D) Cities

Accepted Answer

Both Neolithic societies and First Civilizations practiced agriculture as a means of sustenance and economic development. While writing, patriarchy, and cities were also important features of First Civilizations, they were not present in all Neolithic societies.

Deck 1: G: First Peoples; First Farmers Most of History in a Single Chapter to 4000 B.C.E