Ancient Greece
What are the characteristics of a golden age?
time of great innovation, prosperity, peace, and stability
Romans created r_____ sculptures
realistic
Who was the leader during the peak of the Byzantine Empire?
Justinian I
what are some geography they had?
Sahara desert, grasslands/Savanna, rain forest
T or F: Buddhism is a philosophy note that there is no worship of gods
True.
Identify civilizations that experienced golden ages.
Athens, Rome, Persia
What is a republican form of government?
Ruled by representatives
What are the historical circumstances that led to the Great Schism?
religious differences, Political and social influences, the breakup of the Roman Empire
Identify two other trade networks that people in North Africa were connected to through the Trans-Saharan Trade Routes.
Meditterean sea complex, Indian ocean complex
T or F:Buddhists believe that there is escape from the cycle of reincarnation.
True
What impact did the mountains have on ancient Greece?
Farming, and the forming of independence city states
Could Roman slaves get out of slavery? If so, how?
yes paid a high price
What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire? Describe.
the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. The city was renamed to Constantinople.
which two commodities were traded along the Trans-Sahara trade routes?
gold and salt
T or F:Buddhism believes in the caste system
False
What did ALL ancient Greeks have in common?
Spoke same language, all independent, common culture, located in same area
How are woman treated?
considered citizens but not allowed to vote
What were the laws of Ancient Rome?
twelve tables
Which religion spread along the Trans Saharan trade routes?
islam
T or F: For Buddhists, the goal of spiritual life is to reach “nirvana” after death.
True
What is Hellenistic culture?
A blend of greek, persian, egyptian & indian cultures that was spread by alexander the great and his soldiers
What powers did the Consuls have?
They manged the army and passed laws
What are some pros/cons for the Justinian Code?
pro-many countries used the rules, treated equal , con- some rules different
When did the Mali Empire rule?
1235 CE
Though there are many gods, they are seen by many Hindus as different forms of the same god, called the “___________,” or Brahman.
"ultimate reality"