Understanding Archaeology and Neolithic Revolution
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Which discipline is concerned with reconstructing and understanding human behavior based on material remains left by prehistoric and historic forbearers?

  • Anthropology
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Archaeology (correct)
  • What is the period before 6,500 BCE called, characterized by the absence of fired ceramics?

  • Pre-pottery Neolithic (correct)
  • Neolithic
  • Iron Age
  • Bronze Age
  • Which culture was known for making amazing use of the invention of the wagon and domesticated animals during 3300 - 2600 BCE?

  • Akkadian
  • Yamnaya (correct)
  • Sumerian
  • Egyptian
  • Which site is known for its monumental circular enclosures and carved stone pillars, belonging to a pre-agricultural society?

    <p>Gobekli Tepe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period in Egypt includes the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms?

    <p>Late Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which was one of the first city-states of Sumer in Mesopotamia?

    <p>Ur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Neolithic revolution, according to V. Gordon Childe?

    <p>It led to the development of states and empires.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Gobekli Tepe and Catal Huyuk important in archaeology?

    <p>They provide insight into early agricultural practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the Yamnaya and why are they important in archaeological studies?

    <p>They contributed to the spread of Indo-European languages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is agriculture a prerequisite for the development of urban centers?

    <p>Yes, urbanism cannot exist without agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are urban centers typically dependent on the presence of states?

    <p>Yes, urbanism always requires the presence of states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of writing involves carving on stone?

    <p>Epigraphy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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