The Human Condition: Pre and Common Era

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What primarily distinguishes the human condition before the Common Era from the present?

The lack of scientific understanding

The absence of language

The complexity of technology (correct)

The absence of community structures

How did technology contribute to the lives of people in the present compared to earlier eras?

It made life more difficult

It caused a generation gap (correct)

It limited access to information

It decreased social interaction

Which of the following was a significant human ability before the Common Era?

Building modern infrastructure

Understanding complex physics

Using tools made from stone and flint (correct)

Creating advanced machinery

What challenge do older generations face regarding technology?

They find technology too confusing to operate Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the first uses of fire by early humans?

Cooking food Signup and view all the answers

What role does science play in the context of the human condition after the advent of technology?

It aids in revealing truths about humanity Signup and view all the answers

Which of these describes an important feature of humanity before the Common Era?

Early forms of creative expression Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the familiarity of younger generations with technology?

They are typically more comfortable with it Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary factor leading to the Holocene Extinction?

Human hunting and territorial disputes Signup and view all the answers

How did early humans primarily protect themselves from harsh weather?

By using fur and animal skins Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant advancement in the common era that impacted mortality rates?

Enhanced technological innovations in medicine Signup and view all the answers

What role did rituals or ceremonies play among early human societies?

They were used to honor deities and provide for needs. Signup and view all the answers

What change in societal behavior occurred as humans began to hunt, farm, and produce goods?

A specialized group of artisans emerged. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors primarily contributes to the average lifespan increase in modern times?

Modern medicine and healthcare advancements Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the relationship of early humans with nature?

They were content and found balance. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the literacy rates in the common era compared to earlier times?

They have increased leading to a more informed public. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Human Condition Before the Common Era

Humans were able to utilize abundant materials for their own ease and comfort
Humans discovered new things to do with a purpose
Homo erectus were able to use fire to cook, through chipping one flint over the other to produce a spark
Early humans used fur and animal skins for protection against harsh weather
People of the time had also painstakingly wrought and hewed said figures in honor of some deity
The initial roster of primitive gods included objects they encounter through their day to day lives

The Human Condition in the Common Era

Humans were content with their relationship with nature
The earliest case of man-made extinction occurred over 12,000 years ago
The Holocene Extinction, also called sixth extinction or Antropocene Extinction, occurred from early as between 100,000 to 200,000 years up to present
The ongoing extinction of several species
Humans were quick to find ways to drive off other megafaunas threatening prospective hunting spots
Humans began to hunt, farm, and produce things with the prospect of profit
When humans could not sell their products, they used their skills and got compensated for it, bringing forth a specialized group of artisans
Humanity became more complex
The primary goal was not merely to survive, but to live the good life

Notable Comparisons (Past And Present Eras)

Due to technology, lesser women and children die during birth, assuring robust populations and a strong workforce
Medical care for premature infants allows them to survive and develop normally, while proper maternal care ensures that mothers can fully recover and remain empowered
Aside from the reason that people engage less in combat and are less likely to die in treatable diseases now as opposed to then, science is able to prolong lives by enhancing living status and discovering different remedies to most diseases
Access to education provided to more individuals generally creates a more informed public that could determine a more just society

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Description

Explore the evolution of human existence from before the Common Era to the present. This quiz covers early human adaptations, the use of materials and fire, as well as the impact of humans on nature and species extinction. Test your knowledge on how humanity's relationship with the environment has changed over time.