Ancient Civilizations #1
This group of ancient peoples developed hieroglyphics.
The Ancient Egyptians
The Ancient Roman building that was used as an entertainment venue, hosting gladiator fights, animal hunts, and even chariot racing. This was known as ______.
The Roman Colosseum
What is a 'civilization'? Give two examples.
A civilization is just like a very advanced and organized society
- Has laws, a government, etc.
Example: Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome
A primary source is:
created by people who lived at this time and in this location.
The Papyrus Plant
The Inuit Early society played this sport as a game/ritual as a way to train for war, resolve disputes, and honor their ancestors.
Lacrosse!
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa along this river.
The Nile River
A secondary source is:
second-hand, often created after the event or development being studied.
This group of ancient peoples invented the compass
The Ancient Chinese
What is the domed or cone-shaped house that was historically used by Indigenous peoples
A Wigwam
What does the acronym G.R.A.P.E.S stand for? (Yes all of them!)
Geography
Religion
Achievements
Politics
Economics
Society
What is an Artifact? Give me a real example.
An object made or modified by humans a long time ago that has historical and cultural significance
Birch bark
Why did the Ancient Egyptians live near the Nile River?
What is the artifact that was a giant statue that was built to guard the pyramids and protect the pharaohs.
The Great Sphinx of Giza
What does 'CE' and 'BCE' stand for?
Known as a calendar system ‘Common (current) Era’ or 'Before Common Era'
What artifact was an army of figures that represented soldiers?
The Terracotta Warriors
What is the wooden artifact that was created by indigenous peoples that helped people find their way around, and was like a big history book!
Totem Poles
What was the environmental climate like in Ancient Egypt? How did it help them meet their basic needs?
2) Desert Climate: Hot and Dry.
-> They lived near the nile river.
What technological advancement was built by Ancient China as giant shield to keep them safe from enemies who could try and attack?
The Great Wall of China