Vocab
Belief in multiple gods
Polytheism
The religion that follows the teachings of Jesus Christ
Christianity
This form of government came from Athens where the people are the source of power
Democracy
This Roman leader is credited for creating the "empire".
Augustus
This dynasty in India enjoyed a golden age because the government promoted peace and prosperity
The Gupta Empire
Belief in a single god
Monotheism
First monotheistic religion developed among the ancient Hebrews:
Judaism
Greek mathematician and theorist
Pythagoras
This civilization is associated with the Twelve Tables, roads, concrete, and the spreading of Christianity.
The Roman Empire
This country's people learned they could profit from the Silk Road by being the middlemen.
Indians
a government in which the power is in the hands of a few people; rule is based upon wealth
Oligarchy
Creators of the Caste System
Hinduism
Period relating to the civilization, language, art, science, and literature of the Greek world from the reign of Alexander the Great to the late second century B.C.
Hellenistic Period
Women in the Roman Empire enjoyed SOME ___________ because they could own property.
Legal Rights
This philosophy was built on respect for their elders.
Confucianism
The major change in human life caused by the beginnings of farming; people shifting from hunting and gathering to farming
Neolithic Revolution
Followers of Siddhartha and reincarnation
This Persian king contributed to his society by building the Royal Road and setting up outposts.
King Darius
This popular Roman leader conquered Gaul.
Julius Caesar
This achievement was made during the Gupta Empire
Decimal System
The belief that a ruler has been chosen by God to rule
Mandate of Heaven
Philosophy built on respect for their elders
Confucianism
The Persians were driven from this country and then the golden age of Athens began.
Greece
Corrupt leaders and ___________ are a couple of reasons for the fall of Rome.
High taxes
This King of India was considered a great ruler because he constructed roads, hospitals, and was tolerant of religions.
King Ashoka