Ancient history

Is the Stone Age also called Paleolithic era?

Yes, the Stone Age is also known as the Paleolithic era. The Paleolithic era is the earliest and longest period of human history, beginning with the first hominins around 2.6 million years ago and lasting until the advent of agriculture around 12,000 years ago. The term "Paleolithic" comes from the Greek words "palaios," meaning "old," and "lithos," meaning "stone," referring to the fact that stone tools were the primary form of technology used by humans during this period.