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
The Huns
Why was the consul system in ancient Rome a failure in the wars against Hannibal?
They had two leaders with different strategems instead of one strong leader. Hannibal took advantage of this.
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
The Han dynasty which lasted over 400 years, is the reason why the Chinese call themselves the Han people. Who was the emperor who established the Han dynasty?
Liu Bang
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
Who was Hannibal's best cavalry general?
Maharbal
Greek
The first emperor of China was Qin Shi Huang. What dynasty did he establish?
The Qin Dynasty
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 fertilize 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
Who was the first emperor of the Rome?
Augustus or Octavian
What Egyptian battle was the first ever recorded battle in human history?
Battle of Megiddo
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