Questions: Question 20 of 20 In a small city that developed along Yellow River following the Neolithic Revolution, the surplus of food allowed people to take on new jobs. Some jobs were more prestigious than others. Which of the following would most likely be true of that city? A. The type of work that a person did began to determine his or her place in society. B. Farming was the most prestigious profession in the settlement. C. Fewer people decided to do the less prestigious jobs. D. More people chose to become farmers to increase the food supply.

The answer is A. The type of work that a person did began to determine his or her place in society.

This option is most likely true because, historically, the development of surplus food during the Neolithic Revolution allowed for job specialization. As people took on different roles, such as artisans, priests, and traders, a social hierarchy began to form based on the type of work individuals performed. This led to the establishment of social classes where certain jobs were considered more prestigious than others.

While farming was crucial for the survival and growth of the settlement, it was not necessarily the most prestigious profession. As societies developed, roles such as religious leaders, warriors, and skilled artisans often held higher social status than farmers.

This option is less likely because, despite the prestige associated with certain jobs, all roles were necessary for the functioning of the society. People would still need to perform less prestigious jobs to maintain the community's infrastructure and daily needs.

While increasing the food supply was important, the surplus of food allowed people to pursue other professions. The focus shifted from everyone being involved in farming to a more diversified economy where individuals could specialize in different trades and crafts.