Question

question 14.
what was one effect of the development of agriculture?
a. end of trade
b. decline of specialization
c. creation of permanent settlements
d. return to nomadic life

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Agriculture's development likely increased trade (surplus goods), so "end of trade" is incorrect.
• Option B: Agriculture led to specialization (e.g., farmers, artisans), so "decline of specialization" is wrong.
• Option C: With agriculture, people could settle permanently (no need to move for food), this is correct.
• Option D: Agriculture moved people from nomadic (hunting - gathering) to settled life, so "return to nomadic life" is incorrect.

Answer:

C. Creation of permanent settlements