Explanation:
Life is called 'life' not in the same way as a dog is called a dog or a cat is called a cat. The literal meaning of dog or cat is limited to its characteristic features, but life can not be limited to syntax and semantics. Its scope is much wider than the gamut of words
Generally speaking, in order for the settlement to be considered a civilization it would have to have some system of writing--either through letters of symbols--to facilitate communication. <span />
