10 Questions
What is a characteristic of societies organized along male-centered kinship groups?
Relatively small and wandering communities
How did the use of plow enhance food production in early agricultural societies?
By turning the topsoil deeper for better aerating and fertilizing
What was a major advancement in industrial societies compared to early agricultural societies?
Mass production of guns
What characterizes post-industrial/information societies?
Spread of computer technology
How did the introduction of irrigation farming impact early agricultural societies?
Increased yield production to feed more people
What was a primary focus of people in industrial societies?
Development of machines for food production
Which technological advancement is associated with information societies as highlighted in the text?
Spread of computer technology
What issue arose due to the use of modern technology in post-Industrial/Information Societies?
Technological problems such as pollution and health issues
What is a distinguishing feature between early agricultural societies and industrial societies as highlighted in the text?
Use of machines for food production and mass manufacturing
What is a major focus in post-Industrial/Information Societies?
Spread of computer technology
Explore the characteristics of pre-class societies that are defined by communal ownership and simple social systems in this quiz. Learn about the factors that influence societies to transition or resist modernization.
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