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what is an artifact?
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a human-made object, such as a tool or weapon
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what is a culture?
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Peoples unique way of life, as shown bu its tools, customs, arts, or ideas.
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what was the Paleolithic Age?
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A prehistoric period which lasted from 2,500,00-8,000 b.c. Alos refered to as "Old Stone Age"
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what was the Neolithic Age?
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A prehistoric period which lasted from 8,000-3,000 b.c.
Refered to as "New Stone Age" |
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Nomad
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Men and women of the "stone age"
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what is slash and burn farming?
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Cut trees and grasses and burned them to clear open fields.
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What is domestication?
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The taming of animals.
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What is Civilization?
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Consists of the 5 following components:
Advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, advanced technology |
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what is an Artisan?
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Skilled workers who make goods by hand.
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What is a Scribe?
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Professional record keeper
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what is a Cuneifrom
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"Wedge-Shaped"
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What was the Bronze Age?
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Time when people began to use the bronze metal.
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What is a ziggurat?
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Pyramid-shaped Monument.
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