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What is another name for the Paleolithic Age?

  • New Stone Age
  • Bronze Age
  • Iron Age
  • Old Stone Age (correct)

Which characteristic is NOT associated with the Paleolithic Age?

  • Mastery of fire
  • Invention of tools
  • Permanent agricultural settlements (correct)
  • Development of language

What lifestyle did humans predominantly follow during the Paleolithic Age?

  • Fishing communities
  • Nomadic hunter-gatherers (correct)
  • Sedentary villagers
  • Agricultural farming

What significant event is referred to as the Neolithic Revolution?

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What is the purpose of slash-and-burn farming?

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What role did glaciers play during the Paleolithic period?

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Which of the following was a method used to increase soil fertility in early agriculture?

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How long were crops typically planted in slash-and-burn farming before rotating fields?

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What was a primary activity of nomads during the Paleolithic Age?

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What marks one of the greatest breakthroughs in human history according to the content?

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What was a key characteristic of Paleolithic lifestyles?

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Which period is characterized by the rise of agriculture?

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What tool material was commonly used by Paleolithic people?

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Which characteristic does NOT apply to civilizations?

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What was one of Newton's contributions to the understanding of planetary movement?

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What is a defining feature of Neolithic social structures?

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What advancement in boat design was noted in the content?

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Which of the following describes the scientific method?

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Which statement best describes the social structures of Paleolithic communities?

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What was a common shelter type for Paleolithic people?

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What does invention refer to?

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Which term refers to how long the effects of a change are experienced by society?

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What does the term 'prehistory' signify?

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What is the significance of the term 'artifacts'?

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Which of the following describes innovation?

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What does the term 'hominid' specifically refer to?

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How does the concept of magnitude apply to events or changes?

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What does 'CE' stand for in historical terms?

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Which of these best defines culture?

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What time frame does the Paleolithic period cover?

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What is the primary function of complex institutions in society?

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Which of the following is an example of an advancement in healthcare technology?

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How has e-commerce changed the way consumers shop?

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What impact has solar power technology had on energy consumption?

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What is one way advanced technology has improved productivity?

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Why are vaccines considered a major innovation in healthcare?

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Which of the following best describes record keeping?

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What role do artisans, merchants, and priests play in society?

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What is the significance of innovations in agriculture?

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How has the internet transformed global connectivity?

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What was a significant impact of translating the Bible into the vernacular?

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What was Luther's stance on papal authority?

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What was one of the cultural consequences of Luther's Reformation?

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Which of the following best describes the founding of Lutheranism?

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What prompted the Counter-Reformation by the Catholic Church?

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What was the significance of Luther's refusal to recant at the Diet of Worms?

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How did the accessibility of the Bible in vernacular languages impact society?

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What was one of the major outcomes of the Reformation in Europe?

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In what way did Luther's actions reshape Protestant denominations?

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What defining belief characterized Luther's approach to Christianity?

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What was a significant shift in scientific thinking during the Scientific Revolution?

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What does empiricism emphasize as a source of knowledge?

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Which of the following statements about Copernicus is true?

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How did Kepler contribute to the study of planetary motion?

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What major achievement is Galileo known for?

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What did Francis Bacon challenge during the Scientific Revolution?

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What was Descartes' primary contribution to science?

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What hypothesis did Boyle propose about matter?

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What was Newton theorized to be the force that governs planetary motion?

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Kepler's findings indicated that planetary motion is governed by what principle?

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Flashcards

Invention

The creation of something entirely new, like the first light bulbs or the telephone.

Innovation

The process of improving existing creations or finding new applications for them.

Magnitude

Refers to the importance of an event or change.

Scope

Refers to the extent or spread of the effects of an event or change.

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Duration

Refers to the duration or length of time the effects of an event or change are experienced.

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BCE

Used to refer to years before the birth of Jesus Christ.

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Prehistory

Refers to the period before humans developed writing systems.

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Artifacts

Human-made objects like pottery or tools that can reveal information about how people lived in the past.

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Culture

Refers to a people's unique way of life, including shared customs, traditions, and beliefs.

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Hominid

Early human ancestors, such as Australopithecines, who walked upright.

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Paleolithic Age

A period of early human history characterized by the invention of tools, mastery of fire, and the development of language.

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Ice Age

A period of time during which Earth's climate was colder and glaciers expanded, covering large parts of the planet.

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Nomad

People who move from place to place to find food and resources, often relying on hunting and gathering.

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Hunter-gatherer

A way of life where people obtain food by hunting animals and gathering wild plants.

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Neolithic Revolution

A major shift in human history marked by the development of agriculture, allowing people to settle in one place and grow crops.

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Slash-and-burn Agriculture

A farming technique where vegetation is cut and burned to clear land for planting, creating fertile soil.

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Ashes (in Slash-and-burn)

The ashes produced by burning vegetation in slash-and-burn agriculture, which provide nutrients to the soil.

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Specialized Workers

Specialized workers like artisans, merchants, and priests performing specific jobs, leading to a division of labor.

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Complex Institutions

Structured systems of government, religion, and economy that maintain order and regulate society.

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Record Keeping

The use of writing or other methods to record laws, trade, and historical events.

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Advanced Technology

Improvements in tools, agriculture, construction, and other areas that enhance life and productivity.

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Internet

The web of interconnected networks enabling communication, information sharing, and global connectivity.

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E-commerce Platforms

Online platforms like Amazon and eBay that transform the way goods and services are bought and sold.

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Vaccines

Biological preparations that prevent disease, like the Covid-19 vaccine.

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Solar Power Technology

A renewable energy source derived from sunlight, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and combating climate change.

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Carracks

Sturdy boats with multiple masts enabling longer journeys and increased cargo capacity.

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Circumnavigation

To travel completely around the globe, making a full circle.

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Hypothesis

A proposed explanation based on limited evidence, serving as a starting point for investigation.

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Gravity

The force that attracts objects with mass towards each other.

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Scientific Method

A way of investigating and understanding the world through observation, experimentation, and logical analysis.

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Paleolithic Period

A period characterized by human reliance on hunting and gathering for sustenance, with nomadic lifestyles and simple tools.

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Neolithic Period

A period marked by the development of agriculture, leading to settled communities, increased food production, and social specialization.

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Advanced Cities

Large, organized urban centers that serve as hubs for trade, culture, and administration, signifying advanced civilization.

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Specialization

The division of labor within a community, where individuals specialize in certain skills or tasks, promoting efficiency and complexity.

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Social Hierarchies

Distinct social groups with different levels of power, wealth, and status, contributing to societal organization and complexity.

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Sola Fide (Faith Alone)

A foundational belief in many Protestant denominations, emphasizing that salvation is achieved through faith alone, without the need for good works or Church rituals. It challenged and separated itself from Catholic teachings.

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What was the Scientific Revolution?

A major shift in the 1500s that changed how people understood the natural world. This shift involved using observation and questioning to gain knowledge, emphasizing the importance of experiments over traditional beliefs.

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What is empiricism?

The idea that knowledge comes from sensory observation and experimentation. It emphasizes using our senses to gather data and testing ideas through experiments.

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Translation of the Bible into Vernacular

Martin Luther's translation of the Bible from Latin into German (the vernacular language of the people) empowered individuals to access and interpret the scriptures for themselves, rather than relying solely on priests. This increased literacy and spread of Protestant ideas.

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Bible as the sole authority

A core principle in Martin Luther's theology, emphasizing the importance of the Bible as the ultimate and infallible source of Christian truth, taking priority over Church tradition or the Pope's decrees.

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What did Copernicus discover?

Proposed a heliocentric model of the solar system, suggesting the sun, not the Earth, is the center.

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Rejection of Papal Authority

Luther's rejection of the Pope's authority led to his excommunication from the Catholic Church. He famously said, 'Here I stand, I can do no other.' This sparked the Protestant Reformation and led to the establishment of various Protestant denominations.

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What did Tycho Brahe contribute to the Scientific Revolution?

Made extensive observations of planets, confirming Copernicus's idea and laying the groundwork for future discoveries.

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What did Johannes Kepler discover?

Used Brahe's observations to calculate the elliptical orbits of planets, showing they don't move in perfect circles as previously thought.

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Lutheranism

One of the first Protestant denominations founded by Martin Luther. It emphasized the principles of Sola Fide, the Bible as the sole authority, and rejection of Papal authority.

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What did Galileo Galilei contribute to the Scientific Revolution?

Built a telescope to observe the universe and discovered moons orbiting Jupiter, providing further evidence against Earth being the center.

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Cultural & Political Consequences of the Reformation

Luther's Reformation resulted in a series of religious wars, conflicts, and social upheaval across Europe. It also prompted the Catholic Church to launch reforms, known as the Counter-Reformation, in response to Luther's criticisms.

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How did Francis Bacon challenge the medieval approach to knowledge?

Emphasized the importance of experimentation and observation in the scientific method, encouraging scientists to question traditional knowledge.

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Counter-Reformation

The process of changes made by the Catholic Church in response to the criticisms of the Protestant Reformation. The goal was to address some of the concerns raised by Luther and to strengthen the Catholic Church's position.

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What was Descartes's contribution to the Scientific Revolution?

Championed human reasoning as the best path to understanding the world, arguing that we should rely on our own reasoning abilities.

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Good Works (Catholicism)

The doctrine in the Catholic Church that emphasizes the importance of good works and rituals in addition to faith in achieving salvation. Contrast with the Protestant doctrine of 'Sola Fide'.

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What were Robert Boyle's key scientific discoveries?

Explained that matter is composed of tiny particles that behave in predictable ways, defining elements and compounds and explaining gases.

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Protestant Reformation

A religious movement that challenged the authority of the Roman Catholic Church during the 16th century, leading to the establishment of various Protestant denominations. It centered on the teachings of Martin Luther and emphasized the Bible as the sole authority.

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Reformation Era

A period of significant religious and political changes in Europe, where the Catholic Church's monopoly on religious belief was challenged by the Protestant Reformation. It led to the establishment of new Christian denominations and reshaped the religious landscape.

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What was Isaac Newton's most significant contribution to the Scientific Revolution?

Theorized gravity, the force that pulls objects towards each other, explaining the motion of planets in the solar system.

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Study Notes

Terms

  • Invention: Creating something entirely new, like the first light bulb or telephone.
  • Innovation: Improving existing creations or finding new applications for them.
  • Magnitude: The importance of an event or change.
  • Scope: How widespread the effects of an event or change are.
  • Duration: How long the effects of an event or change last.
  • BCE: Before the Common Era; years before the birth of Jesus Christ.
  • CE: Common Era; years after the birth of Jesus Christ.
  • BP: Before the present.
  • Prehistory: The period before written records of human activities.
  • Artifacts: Human-made objects that reveal information about past cultures.
  • Culture: The unique way of life of a people, including shared practices and traditions.
  • Hominid: Creatures that walk upright, like australopithecines.

Paleolithic Period

  • Paleolithic: The period from approximately 2.5 million years ago to 8000 BCE, also known as the Old Stone Age.
  • Nomad/Hunter-Gatherer: Humans during this time period were highly mobile, moving from place to place to hunt and gather food.
  • Tools and Fire: Used simple stone tools and mastered fire for warmth, cooking, and protection.
  • Ice Age: Much of this period experienced advancing and retreating glaciers.
  • Language: Development of language during this period.

Neolithic Revolution

  • Neolithic Revolution: A major turning point in human history, marking the shift from nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyles to settled agricultural communities.
  • Agriculture: Involved farming crops and domesticating animals.
  • Settlements: Allowed for permanent settlements and villages.
  • Specialization: People developed specialized skills in crafts like pottery or weaving.
  • Social Hierarchies: Social hierarchies began to emerge.
  • More Complex Culture: More complex religious and cultural practices.

Civilization

  • Characteristics of Civilization: Advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, and improved technology.
  • Advanced Cities: Large urban centers serving as hubs for trade, culture, and administration.
  • Specialized Workers: People with specific jobs (e.g., artisans, merchants, priests).
  • Complex Institutions: Structured systems of government, religion, and economy.
  • Record Keeping: Techniques for documenting laws, trade, and historical events.
  • Improved Technology: Tools, agriculture, and construction improved resulting in greater productivity.

Renaissance

  • Renaissance: A period of rebirth of ancient wisdom and a focus on the individual, in Europe.
  • Humanism: An intellectual movement emphasizing the study of classical Greek and Roman cultures.
  • Secularism: Focus on worldly issues alongside religious ones.
  • Individualism: Emphasis on individual fulfillment.
  • Vernacular: Use of spoken languages in written works.
  • The Reformation: A challenge to the practices of the Catholic Church during the late Middle Ages, leading to new Christian denominations.

Scientific Revolution

  • Scientific Method: The collection of accurate data and the proposal of a logical hypothesis, a new reliance on empiricism rather than faith, and sensory observation through experimentation.
  • Heliocentric Theory: The theory that the Sun is the center of the solar system.
  • Scientific Revolution: A time of change in scientific thinking that questioned traditional knowledge and emphasized observation and experimentation.

Important People

  • Copernicus: Developed the heliocentric theory of the solar system.
  • Brahe: Made detailed observations of the planets.
  • Kepler: Derived laws of planetary motion.
  • Galileo: Built the telescope and made astronomical observations.
  • Bacon: Developed the scientific method.
  • Descartes: Emphasized reason and deduction.
  • Boyle: Studied gases and discovered Boyle's Law.
  • Newton: Defined the laws of motion and universal gravitation.

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