Lesson 2 of 84 · World History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Agricultural Revolution
The Agricultural Revolution, which began around 10,000 BCE, marked a significant turning point in human history.
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The Agricultural Revolution, which began around 10,000 BCE, marked a significant turning point in human history. During this period, humans transitioned from a nomadic lifestyle of hunting and gathering to settled farming communities. This shift allowed for the domestication of plants and animals, leading to surplus food production. As a result, populations grew, and complex societies began to emerge, changing the social, economic, and cultural fabric of human life.
Key Facts
The Agricultural Revolution began around 10,000 BCE.
Humans began to domesticate plants and animals during this time.
Surplus food production led to population growth and the formation of complex societies.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What major change occurred during the Agricultural Revolution?
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