Agricultural Revolution and Ancient Societies

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the agricultural revolution and the formation of ancient societies.

Agricultural Revolution

The deliberate cultivation of plants and domestication of animals, leading to permanent residency and larger populations.

Civilization

An organized society characterized by cities, a centralized state, cultural patterns, social hierarchies, and artistic expressions.

Nomadic Society

A society that moves according to the availability of resources necessary for survival, primarily involving hunting.

Patriarchy

A social system in which men hold the primary power and authority.

Mesopotamia

The land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known for its early civilizations and the introduction of slavery.

Egypt

An ancient civilization that flourished along the Nile river, characterized by predictable flooding and extensive desert land.

Myths

Stories combining legends, tradition, facts, and beliefs, often involving the supernatural to explain significant aspects of life.

Babylonian Code

A set of laws established in ancient Babylon, reflecting the social and political organization of the time.

Emmer

A type of wheat that was cultivated and refined through crossbreeding with wild grasses, essential to the development of agriculture.

Village Agriculture Societies

Societies organized around farming, characterized by distinct gender roles and varying political structures.