Egyptian
Indus Valley
Hebrew
Chinese
Religions
100
What important river flows through Egypt? *HINT* (longest river in the world)
The Nile River
100
What was the important river that the Civilization was named after?
The Indus River.
100
What is the group of people called in the Hebrew Civilization?
The Israelites.
100
*Use your Civilization Map* - What rivers surrounded the Chinese Civilization?
The Yellow and Yangzi.
100
What is the most important thing about Confucianism?
The Family. Especially the family roles (Father being the head of the household)
200
What was the purpose of the Pyramids? (Who? What?)
The purpose was to honor the Pharaohs during the afterlife. Pharaohs were buried there with Gold and riches.
200
Who were the Aryans? What was there skill?
Invaders into India and their skill was the Art of War.
200
Where are the Israelites from and what does that name mean?
They are from Mesopotamia (Israel) and "Isrealites" means Soldiers of God.
200
Why was China one of the last places for an ancient Civilization? And what Dynasty was the first Chinese civilization?
They were last because of its isolation (being so far from other ancient civilizations). The Shang Dynasty.
200
What is the name for God in Hinduism? And what is the name for the humans?
Brahman = God Atman = Humans
300
Tell me 3 important facts about King Tut.
9 years old when he became Pharaoh. Died when we was 18 years old. Buried in the Valley of Kings (Pyramids). Curse on his tomb. Coffin worth $13 million (expensive tomb). Most famous Pharaoh.
300
What is the definition of the Caste System?
A set of rigid social categories.
300
What is the written history of the Hebrew Civilization and tell me 2 things does it claim?
The written history is the Old Testament and... It claims that there is only one God No such things are earthly Gods God is the ruler of everything God is eternal and the source of all creation.
300
What was the Qin Dynasty known for and why? And describe what happened within the Han Dynasty?
The Qin Dynasty was known for the building of the Great Wall of China because of invaders. The Han Dynasty grew in population and had to increase in science and technology to support the growing number of people.
300
What is the one thing Buddha denied in the world? Why did he deny these things?
He denied the material world because he believed it brought him pain and sorrow.
400
Give me 3 examples of a day in the life of a Farmer in Egypt.
Bread and meat - daily diet. He works in the fields. Works at his own farm. Relies on crops for $. Works from all day long. Does the same thing everyday. Lives a hard life.
400
Explain how could one person move from one class to another within the Caste System? *HINT* Use the 2 key terms!
During their life, you could have good or bad KARMA and when you die and are REINCARNATED you can move either up and down the system based on karma.
400
What were the set of laws in the Hebrew Civilization and who was the man that wrote those laws and 1 reason why those laws are important?
The set of laws were called the "10 commandments" and Moses was the one to write the laws. 1 Reason: - moral code for humans - to not follow, the covenant would be broke - have us treat each other well
400
Why was the family such a important aspect in Ancient China? And name the most important person in the family? Why was he the most important?
They needed to work together to make sure the family could eat and without them they would lose out on meals. The most important person was the Father because he was the one who farmed and provided food.
400
What were the 4 noble truths of Buddhism?
1. Life is suffering 2. Suffering caused by satisfying ourselves. 3. To end suffering is to stop selfishness and live for others. 4. The way to end it is the Middle Path (balance).
500
Describe 3 examples of a day in the life of a Pharaoh.
Never alone. Servants follow him around. Gets bathed and dressed in riches. Worshiped like a god. He has meetings in the city. Sacrifice Animals for himself. Drives around and meets people. Watches the sun set as a religious ceremony.
500
In order, Name Each Caste System in India and Explain 1 fact about each class.
1st - Priestly - church leaders. 2nd - Warriors - fighters in wars 3rd - Merchants - commoners who owned stores 4th - Peasants - laborers/workers 5th - Untouchables - could not communicate with other classes and cleaned up trash.
500
What did they believe God gave every human? How did this relate to the covenant that he made? Who were the Israelites to God?
The Israelites believed God gave every human free will and it allowed people to break the laws and be disobedient to God even though they were his "chosen people".
500
Explain the cycle of a dynasty. Describe how each dynasty would disappear.
First the dynasty would ESTABLISH POWER over people. They began to take over the land and RULE for many years. After ruling, they would DECLINE because the government would collapse, which would allow the rise of rebels and invaders. The invaders would take over and a NEW DYNASTY would begin. The CYCLE would start all over again.
500
What 2 religions came out of the Hebrew Civilization and what man is at the center of the those 2 religions?
The 2 religions were Judaism and Christianity and the man who was at the center was Abraham.
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