Architecture
Why did China build the Great Wall of China
By keeping out invaders, it met the needs of the civilization.
What are at least three ways the development of writing met the needs of ancient civilizations?
-- Writing systems allowed for civilizations to tell the same stories through generations.
-- Civilizations were able to record information for farming and crops.
-- Writing systems allowed civilizations to record their laws, stories, history and trade records.
What cultural needs do events like Gladiator competitions and the Greek Olympics show us about ancient civilizations?
The need to express their cultural values through entertainment.
Which civilization is best known for the Achievements of Roads, Aqueducts, and Amphitheaters
Rome
Name at least two examples of architecture being a representation of ancient religions?
-- Ziggurats of Mesopotamia where gods were worshiped
-- Pyramids of Egypt where Pharaohs were buried
-- Parthenon of Greece which was to honor the goddess Athena
How have writing systems changed over time?
It changed from pictographs that represented words to symbols that represented sounds.
Why were the Olympics originally created?
A religious ceremony to honor Zeus.
Why were the aqueducts in early Roman civilizations so important?
People were able to have access to fresh water.
How did the architectural achievement of the Greek Columns help the civilization thrive?
They were able to build strong buildings that were also beautiful on uneven terrain.
Why was it important for the Mesopotamians to include numbers in their system of writing?
To enable record keeping for business and trade
What is a major differences between the ancient Olympics and the Modern Olympic Games?
The Modern Olympics allows men and women to participate
What material did Romans use in their construction of roads and buildings?
Concrete
Which element of architecture was used the MOST by the Romans?
Arches
What was the positive impact of writing over time?
Writing increased the spreading of ideas.
Why was entertainment so important in Ancient Civilizations?
It reflected their cultural values
Why was concrete so important in the Roman construction of roads and buildings?
It’s important because it is durable and many structures and roads are still around today.
What is a good definition of architecture?
It is beauty in a physical form that serves a purpose for shelter
What is a common theme that can be found in ancient writing, texts, and myths?
Literature often reflected the cultural values, such as the importance of religion in their lives.
What aspects of the ancient Olympics reflected their cultural values?
religion
National pride
Strength, skill, talent, appearance, bravery, winning
Men valued over women
Why were walls like the Great Wall of China so important?
Because it kept out invaders (protection)