Unit 1
What is Cuneiform?
Cuneiform is the Sumeroan form of writing
Why did Egyptians build elaborate tombs for pharaohs?
They believed these structures were essential "houses" for the afterlife, protecting the body, storing necessities (treasures, food, furniture) for eternity, and serving as divine temples to help the divine ruler transition and live forever, reflecting their strong faith in immortality and the pharaoh's god-like status
Which sea, river, or peninsula is not associated with the geography of Ancient Greece?
The Danbue River
What was the main role of the consuls in the Roman Republic?
They commanded the army and acted as cheif executives for one-year terms
What language is the Torah in?
Hebrew
How long was the First Dynasty?
The First Dynasty lasted 200 years from 3150 BCE to 2890 BCE.
Which pharaoh is remembered as the First Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt?
Narmer/Menes
Ancient Greece used symbols to represent individual sounds rather than whole words or ideas. What type of writing system was Ancient Greek?
Phonetic
Why was the city found by Romulus and Remus called Rome?
Because Romulus slimed out his brother Remus over an argument about the city limits
Why is it important to followers of Islam for the Quran to be in Arabic?
It's considered the direct, untranslatable word of God (Allah), revealed in Arabic for Prophet Muhammad to convey, preserving its divine precision, rich meanings, unique linguistic beauty, and the core of Islamic worship and understanding, with translations seen as interpretations, not the Quran itself, ensuring spiritual connection and authentic practice.
What are hieroglyphics and who used them?
Hieroglyphics were a complex writing system using pictorial symbols (pictures, sounds, ideas) developed by the Ancient Egyptians
In Egyptian Mythology which god is known to "weigh" the hearts of the dead? The process determines the afterlife of individual persons.
Anubis
What represents the most basic "political unit" in Ancient Greece?
Polis
In what year did the Roman Empire officially split into Eastern and Western Empires?
395 C.E.
What do Muslim's believe about the creation of the Quran?
The direct, literal, and uncreated word of God (Allah), revealed orally to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over 23 years (610-632 CE)
What is the Epic of Gilgamesh?
An ancient Mesopotamian epic poem considered one of the earliest works of literature, known for its story of Gilgamesh, a semi-divine king of Uruk
What does the myth of Isis and Osiris teach us about the "worldview" of Ancient Egyptians?
The myth of Isis and Osiris reveals an Egyptian worldview centered on cosmic order (Ma'at), cyclical rebirth, the power of love/magic, and a hopeful afterlife where death is a transition, not an end, emphasizing morality, divine kingship (Osiris as ideal ruler), and the triumph of good over chaos (Set) through devoted action, as Isis's search and resurrection of Osiris mirrors life's challenges and the soul's journey to eternity.
The building in Ancient Athens was viewed as a temple to the patron goddess, Athena. What was the temple's name?
The Parthenon
Why was the Colosseum important in the Roman society?
A massive entertainment venue for public games (gladiator fights, animal hunts, mock sea battles) that served as political tools for emperors to display power, gain popularity, and distract citizens, while also showcasing Roman engineering prowess, wealth, and imperial might, solidifying social order and cultural identity
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
What is Hammurabi's Code?
Hammurabi's Code is made up of 282 laws. It follows an eye for a eye and a tooth for a tooth.
How did the invention of papyrus impact literacy in Ancient Egypt?
The invention of papyrus revolutionized literacy in Ancient Egypt by providing a lightweight, portable, and durable writing surface, allowing for mass record-keeping, wider dissemination of knowledge (literature, religion, administration, medicine), and greater cultural continuity, moving writing beyond stone/clay tablets to a more accessible, widespread tool for a complex society
What was the center of each "city state" called?
The Acropolis
What is NOT a body if water in the Mediterranean region?
Red Sea
What is the "Holy Book" for Jewish people? (First 5 Books of the Bible.)
The TORAH