Paleolithic vs. Neolithic ErasOnline version Match the characteristics to each of the Stone Age eras. by Kuryvial, Aubrie (MVCA Teacher) 1 Paleolithic Era 2 Neolithic Era Ancient Stone Age 2.5 million years ago – 10,000 BCE Hunter-gatherer Nomad Wild animals, nuts, berries Move around depending on the season Smaller population 8,000-3,000 BCE Agrarian Agricultural Revolution Domesticated wheat and chickpea crops Larger population Stay in one place and build permanent housing specialized jobs surplus of food