GEOGRAPHY
What are the four cardinal directions?
North, South, East, West
Which ancient civilization is known as the “Cradle of Civilization”?
Mesopotamia
What are the three branches of the U.S. government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
What is the money people earn from working called?
Income
What is culture?
The beliefs, customs, and way of life of a group of people
This imaginary line divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
The Equator
What river did Ancient Egypt depend on for farming, trade, and survival?
The Nile River
What is the main job of the legislative branch?
To make laws
What are goods?
Physical items that can be bought or sold
Give one example of a cultural tradition.
Any example: holidays, rituals, food traditions, clothing, etc.
What term describes how people adapt to and change their environment?
Human–environment interaction
What was the purpose of pyramids in Ancient Egypt?
Tombs for pharaohs
A government ruled by a king or queen is called a what?
A monarchy
What happens to price when supply is low but demand is high?
Price increases
What is cultural diffusion?
The spreading of culture from one group to another
Which map feature explains symbols, colors, and lines used on a map?
The map key or legend
What type of government did Ancient Athens develop that influenced the U.S.?
Democracy
What is the difference between democracy and dictatorship?
Democracy = ruled by people; Dictatorship = ruled by one powerful leader
What do we call the process of exchanging goods or services without using money?
Bartering
What is the term for judging another culture by the standards of your own?
Ethnocentrism
What is the difference between absolute location and relative location?
Absolute = exact coordinates; Relative = location compared to another place
What is cultural diffusion, and how did the Silk Road contribute to it?
Sharing/spreading of ideas; Silk Road connected cultures and allowed exchange
What is the purpose of a constitution?
To outline the structure, powers, and rules of government
Explain opportunity cost and give an example.
The next best alternative you give up when making a choice (ex: choosing video games instead of doing homework)
How do religion, language, and traditions shape a society’s identity?
They influence how people behave, communicate, and think about the world