The Neolithic Revolution: Farming Begins
Students will explore the shift from hunting and gathering to systematic agriculture and its profound impact on human societies.
Key Questions
- Analyze the key factors that led to the development of agriculture.
- Compare the lifestyle of a nomadic hunter-gatherer with that of an early farmer.
- Evaluate the long-term benefits and drawbacks of adopting agriculture.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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