The Neolithic Era is characterized by which of the following? A. Human societies developing permanent farming communities B. Human societies developing the first stone and wood tool C. Human societies becoming more isolated from one another D. Human societies relying on hunting and gathering for food

The correct answer is (a). The Neolithic Era is the last stage of Stone Age which is characterized by human societies developing permanent farming communities and improving range of tools for tending the crops. The stone tools in Neolithic Era are made of polished stone, in contrast of flaked stones they have used in Paleolithic Era.