Early History
Early civilizations began near what geographic feature?
River valleys
This mountain range to the North of India offers protection from invasion but often kept India isolated.
Himalayan Mountains
This large man-made structure was built under Emperor Shi Huangdi to protect China from invasions.
Great Wall
These geographic features kept Greek city-states relatively isolated from each other.
Mountains
What major body of water borders Greece and Italy?
Mediterranean Sea
During this time period, humans were nomadic hunters and gatherers.
Paleolithic Era
What were the two major religions that were founded in India?
Hinduism and Buddhism
Early Chinese writing was found on these items used for religious ceremonies.
oracle bones
What are the names of the two most powerful city-states in Ancient Greece?
Athens and Sparta
What is the name of the Roman laws that were publicly displayed for all Roman citizens to see?
Twelve Tables
During this major turning point, humans began living in permanent settlements and began farming and domesticating animals.
Neolithic Revolution
What is the name of the major river that early civilizations in India began near?
Indus River
Middle Kingdom
This military leader conquered Greece, Egypt, Persia, and India
Alexander the Great
What is the name for the golden age of Rome? (200 years of PEACE)
Pax Romana
This strict set of laws and punishments were used to maintain control of society throughout the Babylonian Empire.
Hammurabi's Code
Caste system
filial piety
Who was the leader of Athens during their Golden Age?
Pericles
This rival of the Romans was defeated by Rome during the Punic Wars.
Carthage
This river valley civilization was located in the Middle East between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers.
Mesopotamia
Who was the ruler of the Maurya Empire of India who unified India and allowed freedom of religion throughout his empire?
Chandragupta
What is the name of the belief in strict laws and harsh punishments that Shi Huangdi used to control China?
Legalism
What is the name of the culture created by Alexander the Great that combined Greek, Egyptian, Persian, and Indian cultures?
Hellenistic Culture
Name two reasons why the Roman Empire fell.
Corruptions, invasions, famine, revolts, etc