| A | B |
| HISTORY | the written and other recorded events |
| PRE-HISTORY | before history-the events in history before writing was invented |
| ARCHAEOLOGIST | scientist that studies artifacts(objects) and past cultures |
| ORAL TRADITION | stories passed down through generations by word of mouth |
| NOMAD | a person who has no single home/traveler |
| FERTILE | soil/land that is rich in minerals/grows plants well |
| DOMESTICATE | to tame and raise animals |
| IRRIGATION | network of canals to supply water to land |
| SURPLUS | extra amount of goods, produce |
| ARTISAN | a skilled worker-makes something special (jewelry/pottery) |
| CIVILIZATIONS | a society with cities, government & workers-art, architecture |
| SOCIAL CLASS | group of people with similar backgrounds, wealth, living conditions |