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What is Ethnography associated with in the context of the San people?

Finding out about the way the San lived

What period of time is referred to as the Stone Age?

The time thousands of years ago, during which people made tools out of stone

What special power was believed to be granted to a shaman?

To protect and heal everyone

What is the name of the plant that San men used to chew during hunting?

Buchu plant Signup and view all the answers

What colours were commonly used in San rock art?

Red, yellow, white and black Signup and view all the answers

What was Kaggen believed to be able to turn into?

An eland Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for plants grown by farmers for food?

Crops Signup and view all the answers

Why is fertile soil important for farming?

It is full of good things that help plants to grow Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to cultivate the fields?

To prepare the fields for crops Signup and view all the answers

What is the Iron Age, and what is it characterized by?

A period characterized by the use of iron tools and weapons Signup and view all the answers

What happens to land that is overgrazed?

The land becomes degraded and unable to support vegetation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a headman in a village?

A leader or chief who oversees the village Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary source of food and water for the San hunter-gatherers?

Their environment Signup and view all the answers

What was the bow string for the San's bow and arrow made from?

Rolled up strips of a gemsbok's back muscles Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Khoi-Khoi people in terms of livestock?

They did not keep livestock Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable aspect of the San's knowledge of their environment?

Their good knowledge of medicinal plants Signup and view all the answers

What was the medium used by the San to express their experiences?

Rocks Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the Linton Rock Art Panel being placed on display in Johannesburg?

To protect it Signup and view all the answers

What is a group of households called?

A group of households is called a homestead. Signup and view all the answers

Who was in charge of the homestead?

The chief was in charge of the homestead. Signup and view all the answers

Why were cattle valuable to the farmers?

Cattle were valuable to the farmers because they provided food, transportation, and wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What would happen to the cows that were past breeding age?

The cows that were past breeding age would be slaughtered and consumed. Signup and view all the answers

What were the roles of the chief and the younger men of the village in the early African farming societies?

The chief was responsible for governing and organizing the village, while the younger men were responsible for hunting and defending the village. Signup and view all the answers

What were the two main types of crops grown by the first farmers?

Crops such as wheat, barley, and legumes. Specific types may vary, but these are general examples. Signup and view all the answers

Why did African farmers settle in one place instead of being nomadic?

They settled because they practiced agriculture, which requires a fixed location to cultivate crops. Signup and view all the answers

What did African farmers do when the land they were settled on became infertile?

They shifted to a new location with fertile soil or implemented farming practices to restore the soil's fertility. Signup and view all the answers

What are two essential things that cattle need to stay healthy?

Food and water. Signup and view all the answers

Why was the cattle kraal situated in a specific area of the homestead?

It was situated in that area for protection and ease of management. Signup and view all the answers

Who typically had the most cattle in the village?

The wealthiest or most prominent members of the community. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Early African Farming Societies

Early farmers grew crops such as wheat and millet.
African farmers were settled and not nomadic because they needed to stay in one place to farm.

Farming Practices

When the land was no longer fertile, African farmers would move to a new area with fertile land.
Cattle need food and water to stay healthy.

Homesteads

A homestead consisted of a group of households, with a cattle kraal situated in a central area.
The cattle kraal was situated in this area to keep the cattle safe from predators and thieves.
The headman was in charge of the homestead.

Cattle and Farming

Cattle were valuable to farmers for their milk, meat, and hides.
When cows were past breeding age, they were slaughtered for their meat.
Farmers would prepare the fields for crops by cultivating the land.

Important Terms

Iron Age: a period in history characterized by the use of iron tools.
Overgrazed: when too many animals graze on a piece of land, causing the soil to become damaged.
Headman: a leader of a homestead or village.
Bantu languages: a group of languages spoken in Africa.
Fertile: soil that is rich in nutrients and able to support plant growth.

San People

The San people lived by hunting and gathering food from their environment.
San men chewed on the buchu plant during hunting to quench their thirst.
San shamans were believed to have the power to heal and protect people.
San rock art was created using colours such as red, yellow, and white.
The Linton Rock Art Panel is a famous example of San rock art.

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This quiz is a 1-hour social science history exam for grade 5 students, consisting of multiple sections and questions. It covers various topics in history and social science.

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