which of the following is not considered a difference between bronze age and neolithic technology

History · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020

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The Bronze Age is characterized by significant advancements in technology, especially in metallurgy, over the Neolithic period. Here are some key differences:

1. Material Usage: In the Neolithic era, tools and weapons were primarily made from stone, bone, wood, and other natural materials. The Bronze Age saw the introduction of bronze tools and weapons, made from an alloy of copper and tin. 2. Agriculture: While Neolithic technology allowed for the beginning of farming and the domestication of animals, Bronze Age technology led to more efficient agricultural practices due to better tools. 3. Settlements: Neolithic people often lived in small, relatively temporary settlements. In contrast, Bronze Age civilizations built larger, more permanent settlements, and even cities, thanks to advancements in architecture and urban planning. 4. Trade and Transportation: The Bronze Age featured more sophisticated trade networks and transportation means, partly due to the demand for tin and copper to make bronze. 5. Social Structure: The complexity of Bronze Age societies increased, including the development of social hierarchies and specialized professions, partly driven by the specialized skill of metalworking.

The following would NOT be considered a difference because it is a common trait shared between both Neolithic and Bronze Age societies:

- Use of tools: Both periods relied heavily on tools, but the materials and complexity of the tools evolved. In the Neolithic era, tools were typically made of stone, while in the Bronze Age, tools were more advanced and made of bronze.

Thus, an option like "utilization of tools for various tasks" would not fit as a difference since both Neolithic and Bronze Age people created and utilized tools, albeit with different materials and technologies.