Question
How did the shift from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to agriculture impact early human societies?
A.It forced people to constantly migrate, as farming quickly depleted land resources.
B.It allowed for food surpluses, leading to population growth and the development of civilizations.
C.It reduced the need for social organization, since everyone became self-sufficient.
D.It discouraged technological innovation, as early farmers relied solely on natural resources.
A.It forced people to constantly migrate, as farming quickly depleted land resources.
B.It allowed for food surpluses, leading to population growth and the development of civilizations.
C.It reduced the need for social organization, since everyone became self-sufficient.
D.It discouraged technological innovation, as early farmers relied solely on natural resources.
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The best choice is **B. It allowed for food surpluses, leading to population growth and the development of civilizations.**
The shift from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to agriculture enabled early humans to cultivate crops and domesticate animals, which resulted in the production of surplus food. This surplus allowed for larger populations, as not everyone needed to be directly involved in food production. Consequently, this led to the development of more complex societies, including cities, specialized roles, trade, and advancements in technology and culture.
Options A, C, and D do not accurately reflect the broader impacts of the transition to agriculture.
The shift from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to agriculture enabled early humans to cultivate crops and domesticate animals, which resulted in the production of surplus food. This surplus allowed for larger populations, as not everyone needed to be directly involved in food production. Consequently, this led to the development of more complex societies, including cities, specialized roles, trade, and advancements in technology and culture.
Options A, C, and D do not accurately reflect the broader impacts of the transition to agriculture.