12 Questions
Which discipline is concerned with reconstructing and understanding human behavior based on material remains left by prehistoric and historic forbearers?
Archaeology
What is the period before 6,500 BCE called, characterized by the absence of fired ceramics?
Pre-pottery Neolithic
Which culture was known for making amazing use of the invention of the wagon and domesticated animals during 3300 - 2600 BCE?
Yamnaya
Which site is known for its monumental circular enclosures and carved stone pillars, belonging to a pre-agricultural society?
Gobekli Tepe
Which period in Egypt includes the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms?
Late Period
Which was one of the first city-states of Sumer in Mesopotamia?
Ur
What is the Neolithic revolution, according to V. Gordon Childe?
It led to the development of states and empires.
Why are Gobekli Tepe and Catal Huyuk important in archaeology?
They provide insight into early agricultural practices.
Who are the Yamnaya and why are they important in archaeological studies?
They contributed to the spread of Indo-European languages.
Is agriculture a prerequisite for the development of urban centers?
Yes, urbanism cannot exist without agriculture.
Are urban centers typically dependent on the presence of states?
Yes, urbanism always requires the presence of states.
Which type of writing involves carving on stone?
Epigraphy
Learn about the field of archaeology, its relation to anthropology and classics, and what it can reveal about ancient civilizations. Explore the Neolithic revolution and its impact on human societies according to V. Gordon Childe.
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