Using evidence from human history, discuss the other aspects of this relationship, particularly the important role(s) that the environment has had in the development of human civilization.

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Select ONE of the following to respond to with an essay using information from Chapters 1,2, and 3 and/or the corresponding lectures.

1. Many people argue that inequality has been a permanent part of human societies solely due to people having unequal capabilities. Using evidence from human history, explain whether you agree with this or not and why.

2. The environment – meaning things such as climate, geography, and natural features such as lakes or deserts – and mankind’s relationship with it is discussed frequently in the present day but almost solely in terms of things like pollution. Using evidence from human history, discuss the other aspects of this relationship, particularly the important role(s) that the environment has had in the development of human civilization.