AIM: How did the Neolithic (Agricultural) Revolution change how civilizations develop?

Do Now: You were just stranded on a (large) deserted island. What would be five items that you would bring?

HW: Create a Venn diagram comparing & contrasting the Paleolithic Age (Stone Age) to the Neolithic Age (which is still a stone age at first, but with farming).

PrehistoryI. Paleolithic Age – Old Stone Age (Est. 2 million BC - 10,000

BC)1. Hunters & Gatherers

A. Nomad: Moving from place to place in search for food.

B. Men hunted & fished.C. Woman gathered fruits, nuts, etc.

2. Way of LifeA. Cave paintingsB. Stone tools & potteryC. Domesticated dogs

II. Neolithic Age – New Stone Age (9000 BC – 3000 BC)1. Farming Neolithic Revolution

A. People could remain in one place.B. Herding of animals – goats, sheep & cattle.

2. Community – A. Council of Elders/Chief – made important decisions.B. Warrior classC. Kept possessions.