Paleolithic or neolithic Old Stone Age
New Stone Age
Nomadic
Hunter-gatherer society
Use of pottery and weaving (like baskets)
Oral/spoken language only
Metal tools and weapons
Lived in clans
Use of stone weapons
Development of agriculture
Permanent settlements
The Paleolithic era, also known as the Old Stone Age, and the Neolithic era, also known as the New Stone Age, were two distinct periods in human history.
During the Paleolithic era, human beings were nomadic and lived as hunter-gatherers. They moved from place to place in search of food and resources, and their societies were organized into small clans. They relied on stone weapons and tools for hunting, fishing, and gathering food. They did not have a written language and relied on oral communication.
In contrast, during the Neolithic era, there was a significant shift towards settled agriculture. People began cultivating crops and domesticating animals, which allowed them to establish permanent settlements. With the development of agriculture, societies became more complex and social structures began to form. Additionally, pottery and weaving (such as baskets) were also developed during this time. The use of metal tools and weapons also emerged during the Neolithic era, replacing the earlier stone tools.