Ancient Civilizations
What river was essential to the development of Ancient Egypt?
The Nile River
What was the impact of European colonization on Africa?
It divided Africa without regard to ethnic or cultural groups
What type of government does China have?
A one-party communist government led by the Communist Party of China.
What philosophy teaches respect for elders and social harmony in China?
Confucianism.
What type of terrain is common in Southeast Asia?
Mountainous terrain with islands and tropical forests.
Which desert helped protect Egypt and Kush from invasions?
The Sahara Desert
In what century did most African nations gain independence?
The 20th century (1900s)
What is Japan’s legislative body called?
The National Diet.
daoism encourages living in harmony with what?
Nature.
How do monsoons affect agriculture in East Asia?
They bring seasonal rains that support farming but can also cause flooding.
What physical feature made travel along the Nile difficult?
Cataracts (rocky rapids)
What was apartheid, and where did it occur?
A system of racial segregation in South Africa.
What type of democracy does South Korea practice?
A presidential democracy.
Which religion spread from India to East Asia?
Buddhism.
name one environmental challenge facing East Asia.
air pollution, deforestation, or water scarcity.
How did Kush’s location influence its trade?
It became a trade hub between Egypt and central Africa
Name one major challenge African governments face today
Corruption, lack of infrastructure, or political instability.
What is one challenge African governments face in maintaining stability?
Corruption lack of infrastructure or political instability.
How do Confucian values influence education in East Asia?
They emphasize discipline, respect for teachers, and academic achievement.
how does terrain affect transportation in Southeast Asia?
Mountains and islands make road and rail construction difficult, increasing reliance on boats and air travel.
Compare the geography of Egypt and Kush and how it shaped their civilizations
Both relied on the Nile for farming and trade; deserts provided protection but limited expansion
How did colonization affect African borders and political stability?
It created artificial borders that led to conflict and weak governance.
Compare the governments of China and South Africa.
China has a one-party communist system South Africa is a multi-party democracy.
compare Daoism and Confucianism in their views on government.
Confucianism supports structured government and moral leadership Daoism prefers minimal interference.
What are two major challenges facing Africa today?
Health crises (so like disease outbreaks) and environmental issues (like desertification or water access)