Mesopotamia
Which two rivers were important in Mesopotamia?
Tigris and Euphrates
What river did Egyptians live near?
Nile River
What river was important in Ancient China?
Yellow River
Which civilization invented the wheel?
Mesopotamia
What did Egyptians believe about life after death?
They believed in the afterlife
What is the name of the writing system in Mesopotamia?
Cuneiform
What were the kings of Egypt called?
Pharaohs
What famous wall was built to protect China?
The Great Wall
Who made paper from plants?
Who made paper from plants?
What was the purpose of pyramids?
Tombs for pharaohs
What material did they write on?
Clay tablets
What is the name of the picture writing used in Egypt?
Hieroglyphics
What was the name of the first dynasty of China?
Shang Dynasty
Which civilization invented the compass?
Ancient China
Who did Ancient Chinese people honor with offerings?
Their ancestors