Topic 1 Lesson 1 Vocabulary: The Distant Past

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key terms and definitions from Topic 1 Lesson 1: The Distant Past.

geologist

Scientists who study the physical materials of the earth (soil, rocks)

anthropology

The study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development over time.

evidence

Proof that something is accurate or really occurred

hunter-gatherer

Group of people who depended on small animals, berries and nuts for survival

fossil

Bones, footprints, feathers are examples of this

culture

Beliefs, customs, practices, and behavior of particular nation or group of people

prehistory

A time before written records

archaeologist

Scientist who studies human life in the past by examining the things that people left behind

artifact

Objects made by humans that have been left behind (bowls, statues, jewelry, pottery)