Hunters and Farmers

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Hunters and Farmers

Learning goals

1:At the end of this lesson you can explain what evolution means

2:At the end of this lesson you can explain why hunter gatherers were nomads

3:At the end of this lesson you can explain what "prehistory" means

Prehistory

Read: Where do Humans come from

Creation Narative

-For a long time  people believed that humans were made by a god or multiple gods

-Creation narative: A story about the creation of the world and humans

Theory of evolution

Theory of Evolution

Scientists like Charles Darwin have a different explanation: the theory of evolution

-Mankind evolved from apes during the course of millions of years

Previous Lesson?

Discuss: What is the Evolution Theory.

When does prehistory end?

1. With the invention of writing
2. With the discovery of fire
3. With the emergence of cities
4. With the development of agriculture

What is the main source of information for prehistoric times?

1. Archaeological evidence
2. Historical documents
3. Oral traditions
4. Artistic representations

What does prehistory refer to?

1. The development of human language
2. The period of time before written records
3. The history of the Stone Age
4. The study of ancient civilizations

What is the "Creation narrative"?

1. The idea that humans came from a different planet
2. The idea that humans were made by a god or gods
3. The idea that humans evolved from apes
4. The idea that humans created storys about how they originated

Who is credited with the theory of evolution?

1. Charles Darwin
2. Albert Einstein
3. Isaac Newton
4. Marie Curie

Which continent is believed to be the birthplace of the first humans?

1. North America is believed to be the birthplace of the first humans.
2. Europe is believed to be the birthplace of the first humans.
3. Africa is believed to be the birthplace of the first humans.
4. Asia is believed to be the birthplace of the first humans.

What is the scientific name for modern humans?

1. Homo habilis
2. Homo sapiens
3. Neanderthals
4. Homo erectus

Werkboek:

Opdracht 4/5/7/8

Homework:

Option 1: Make a (short) cartoon depicting the life and livelihood of hunter-gatherers 

Option 2: Create a short audio or video recording describing the life and livelihood of hunter-gatherers

Option 3: Write a short (handwritten!) essay on the life and livelihood of hunter-gatherers

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