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What is prehistory?
The period of history that occurred before writing was invented
Where have the earliest hominids been discovered?
Africa
Which hominid group lived in sub-Saharan Africa about 2.4-1.5 million years ago?
Homo habilis
When did Homo sapiens first emerge in Africa?
About 300000 years ago
How many major ice ages do scientists believe the Earth has experienced?
5
What are the three time periods of the Stone Age?
Paleolithic Mesolithic Neolithic
What lifestyle did early humans follow during the Paleolithic era?
Hunter-gatherer
Why did early humans migrate?
Climate changes during ice ages
What was a land bridge made of ice that allowed migration to North America?
Asia to North America
When did the Paleolithic era end?
Around 10000 BCE
What type of tools did people use in the Paleolithic era?
Basic stone tools
What was a popular stone used by early humans?
Flint
What did early humans use spears for?
Hunting large prey like bison
Where did early humans live during the Paleolithic era?
Caves and pit houses
What did early humans eat besides meat?
Fish berries nuts and wild plants
How did early humans create art?
By using crushed rocks to make cave paintings
