Question

In the period before 600 B.C.E, the adoption of agriculture had significant social, economic, and demographic effects

develop an argument that evaluates how the adoption of agriculture in this time period affected the development of human societies.

Answer 1

It led to a surplus of food, which in turn allowed some individuals to pursue artistic or cultural work. It also led to the development of cities and of an organized writing system. Finally, it led to the emergence of political and social hierarchies as some people accumulated wealth and power.