Overview
Hunting and gathering societies are the earliest form of human social organization, relying on the natural environment for sustenance. These societies are characterized by their nomadic lifestyles, egalitarian social structures, and rich cultural practices that reflect their deep connection to natur...
Key Terms
Example: Hunting and gathering is a subsistence strategy.
Example: Kinship ties often dictate social roles in hunting societies.
Example: Many hunting and gathering societies are egalitarian.
Example: Rituals may be performed before a hunt.
Example: Foraging for berries is common in gathering societies.
Example: Many hunting and gathering societies are nomadic.
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Key Concepts
subsistence strategiessocial organizationcultural practicesenvironmental adaptation