Question

When did agriculture and human settlements begin, marking the start of human civilisation?

Options

• ~5,000 years ago

• ~18,000 years ago

• ~10,000 years ago

• ~15,000 years ago

Answer 1

Agriculture and settlements began approximately 10,000 years ago, marking the beginning of human civilisation. This transition from hunter-gatherer lifestyles to settled agricultural communities was a major turning point in human history.