Ancient Civilizations #1
This group of ancient peoples developed hieroglyphics.
The Ancient Egyptians
The two main mountain ranges that run through Italy are the Apennines and this mountain range.
The Alps
Where was the Ancient Mesopotamian civilization'? Name current countries or rivers
Mesopotamia was in current Iraq, Syria, Iran, and Jordan. Formerly Sumer; Or between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
What does A.D. stand for? (the Latin translation)
anno domini
What major geographical feature served as the southern border of Ancient China?
Himalaya Mountains
The Papyrus Plant
What is the belief in many gods?
polytheism
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa along this river.
The Nile River
Before mummification, Priests of Ancient Egypt would take out all human organs after death except this:
the heart
What does 'CE' and 'BCE' stand for?
Known as a calendar system ‘Common (current) Era’ or 'Before Common Era'
This group of ancient peoples invented the compass and gun powder.
The Ancient Chinese
What is the above ground structure built to transport fresh water into Rome?
An aqueduct
How many years are in a decade, and how many years are in a century?
century = 100
An ancient writer/history recorder of hieroglyphs was called a ___________.
scribe
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
What did Egyptian priests do to Pharaohs once they died?
Started the mummification process before putting into a tomb specially built for the Pharaoh.
Why did the Ancient Egyptians live near the Nile River?
The Nile River flooded every year, which helped water their crops.
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 is the name of the stadium where gladiators battle other gladiators and beasts simply for the entertainment of the others?
The Colosseum
What metal was discovered in Ancient China?
Bronze
What artifact was an army of figures representing soldiers for an emperor's afterlife?
The Terracotta Warriors or Soldiers
What is the 'stone coffin' known as in Ancient Egypt?
A sarcophagus
What was the environmental climate like in Ancient Egypt?
2) Desert Climate: Hot and Dry.
According to Roman Mythology, who founded Ancient Rome?
Romulus and Remus
This was a network of routes used by traders for more than 1,500 years linking China with the West.
The Silk Road