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Farming Surpluses and Community Development

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What was the primary factor that led to the development of specialization in early communities?

The need for protection from predators.

The availability of surplus crops from farming. (correct)

The discovery of new tools and technologies.

The desire to create art and decorative objects.

Which of the following best describes the impact of farming surpluses on early communities?

It resulted in a decrease in trade and interdependence between people.

It facilitated a shift from hunter-gatherer societies to settled communities. (correct)

It allowed for the development of a more nomadic lifestyle, as people could follow their crops.

It led to increased competition for resources, causing conflicts between communities.

How did the emergence of settled communities contribute to interdependence among individuals?

It created a need for larger families to provide for themselves.

It led to a decrease in the need for specialized skills within the community.

It allowed for the development of individualistic lifestyles and self-sufficiency.

It encouraged people to rely on each other for food, tools, and other resources. (correct)

What is a primary reason why the skills of pottery and weaving were considered crucial in early communities?

They were used to create clothing and containers, which were vital for survival. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the role of "holy people" contribute to the development of early communities?

They offered guidance on understanding natural events and provided medical assistance. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between nomadic hunter-gatherer societies and settled communities?

Settle communities were more dependent on trade and interaction with other groups. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a direct result of farming surpluses in early communities?

The invention of advanced technologies such as the wheel and metalworking. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did farming surpluses contribute to the development of a more complex social structure in early communities?

They created opportunities for individuals to specialize in non-farming activities. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term "interdependence" as it relates to the development of early communities?

It emphasizes the reliance of individuals on one another for survival and well-being. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Farming Surpluses and Communities

Farming surpluses were crucial to the development of communities. Farmers producing more crops than needed allowed for trade.
Trade led to specialization, where people became skilled in particular crafts.
Two prominent specializations were pottery and weaving.

Specialization

Specialization meant focusing on a specific skill or craft.
This led to increased efficiency and quality in production.
Specialization made certain jobs more important, such as pottery and weaving.

Holy People

In some communities, certain people were considered holy.
These holy people interpreted natural events, like rain and fire, and predicted future events.
They also treated illnesses.

Shift from Nomadic Lifestyle

Farming surpluses led to a shift from a nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyle.
People settled in communities and relied on each other for resources.

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Explore how farming surpluses shaped early communities and led to specialization in crafts like pottery and weaving. Learn about the roles of holy people and the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settled farming communities.