Lesson 65 of 84 · World History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepEarly Humans and the Stone Age
Early humans, known as Homo sapiens, lived during the Stone Age, a period characterized by the use of stone tools and weapons.
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Then & Now
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Early humans, known as Homo sapiens, lived during the Stone Age, a period characterized by the use of stone tools and weapons. This era is divided into three phases: the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic. During the Paleolithic period, early humans were nomadic hunter-gatherers, relying on their environment for food. In the Neolithic period, they began to farm, leading to the establishment of permanent settlements. This transition significantly impacted social structures, as communities grew and began to develop agriculture, which shaped the course of human history.
Key Facts
The Stone Age is divided into three periods: Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic.
Early humans were nomadic hunter-gatherers during the Paleolithic period.
The Neolithic period marked the beginning of farming and permanent settlements.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What was a characteristic of early humans during the Paleolithic period?
Why this still matters
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