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Question about Neolithic Societies

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Originais Teachy

Neolithic Societies

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(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Hard of History

The Neolithic Age, also known as the New Stone Age, marked a significant turning point in human history. During this period, societies transitioned from nomadic hunting and gathering to settled farming, leading to advancements in technology, social organization, and the establishment of permanent settlements. This shift had profound impacts on human life and the environment. Renowned historian, Jared Diamond, in his text 'Guns, Germs, and Steel,' argues that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race.' Based on your understanding of the Neolithic societies, critically evaluate Diamond's assertion. What could be the potential reasons for him to claim that the advent of agriculture was a 'mistake'? In your answer, consider the impacts of the Neolithic revolution on various aspects of human life and the environment.
a.
Diamond's assertion that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race' is based on the negative impacts of the Neolithic revolution on human health, society, and the environment.
b.
Diamond's assertion that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race' is based on the positive impacts of the Neolithic revolution on human health, society, and the environment.
c.
Diamond's assertion that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race' is based solely on the environmental impacts of the Neolithic revolution.
d.
Diamond's assertion that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race' is based on the belief that the Neolithic revolution had no significant impacts on human health, society, and the environment.
e.
Diamond's assertion that the advent of agriculture was 'the worst mistake in the history of the human race' is based on the idea that the Neolithic revolution led to a decrease in population density and the spread of diseases.

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