Early Civilizations
What are hyroglyphics?
The symbols used for writing by the ancient Egyptians.
What countries are part of North America?
The United States, Canada, & Mexico.
Name 3 countries in Middle/South America.
VARIED
Who invented Democracy?
The Greeks
Why do the majority of people live in the Western region of Russia/Eurasia?
Warmer, better resources, easier for trade.
Where did the Egyptians bury their Pharaohs?
In the Pyramid tombs.
What are the 2 people who founded America IN ORDER?
True or False: The Caribbean is part of Central/South America.
TRUE - geographically close and culturally similar
Name 4 of the Greek mythology Gods/Goddesses?
VARIED
What is the main land use for the northern Siberian area?
Reindeer herding
What is a Cartouche?
A carving of hieroglyphics of someone's name.
What was one big reason that led up to the American Revolutionary War?
What country came and took over much of Central/South America killing many natives?
Why were the Middle Ages called the Dark Ages?
It was a time full of persecution of people for being witches or for their religion, it was a time of the bubonic plague so lots of death.
Name the two Tsar leaders who brought European culture into Russia.
Peter and Catherine
Why is the Nile River so important?
Because Egypt is a desert and it is the only reason why Egypt was successful in that region.
How did expansion and industrialization affect the Native Americans?
It pushed them off their land hurt their culture.
What are the 3 main native groups called from Central/South America?
Mayans, Aztecs, Incas
What is unique about surrealism art?
Uses dreamlike and unsettling images where everyone might see/feel something different.
What Roman item was valued and bought off the Silk Road in China?
Glassware
What are the 2 rivers called that built the first civilization of Mesopotamia?
Tigris & Euphrates
Why did the United States join WWII and what side were we on?
Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and we joined on the Allies side.
What was a soldier from Spain called who came to conquer?
Conquistador
What was the Renaissance?
A time period of increased exploration of art and music expression that led out of the Dark Ages.
What were the difficulties during the building of the Trans Siberian Railway?
Terrain, weather/climate, large area