Monotheism
What is the belief in only one God called?
Monotheism
What is the belief in multiple gods called?
Polytheism
What is Hammurabi's Code?
A set of laws created by King Hammurabi of Babylon.
What major river is central to the Nile River Valley Civilization?
The Nile River
What is the term for the territories that formed in ancient Mesopotamia?
City-states
Name one major monotheistic religion that originated in the Middle East.
Judaism, Christianity, or Islam
Which ancient civilization is well-known for its pantheon of gods, including Zeus and Athena?
Ancient Greece
What was the primary purpose of Hammurabi's Code?
To establish justice and regulate society by providing a written set of laws.
Name one key achievement of the ancient Egyptians in the Nile River Valley.
Who was a famous ruler of Babylon known for his code of laws?
Hammurabi
How does monotheism differ from polytheism?
Monotheism believes in one God, while polytheism believes in multiple gods.
Name one major characteristic of polytheistic religions.
Worship of multiple deities, often associated with natural elements or human activities.
Name one principle found in Hammurabi's Code.
"An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth."
How did the Nile River contribute to agriculture in ancient Egypt?
It provided fertile soil and irrigation through annual flooding.
Describe the role of priests in Mesopotamian government.
hey acted as intermediaries between the gods and the people, often holding significant power.
Out of the two civilizations that we've learned about. Which ancient civilization is known for its monotheistic beliefs, particularly in the worship of Aten?
Ancient Egypt
How did polytheistic beliefs influence art and architecture in ancient civilizations?
They inspired the creation of temples, sculptures, and rituals dedicated to various gods
How did Hammurabi's Code influence future legal systems?
It set a precedent for written laws and the concept of justice in many civilizations.
Describe the importance of the Nile River for trade in ancient Egypt.
It served as a vital transportation route, facilitating trade and communication.
What was the significance of the ziggurat in Mesopotamian cities?
It served as a religious temple and a political center.
What impact did monotheistic religions have on social and political structures in ancient civilizations?
(2 impacts, 1 political, 1 social)
They often unified people under a single belief system, influencing laws and governance.
When describing the number of deities in ancient civilizations. They were often considered to be...
A pantheon
Why is Hammurabi's Code considered significant in the study of history?
It is one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, reflecting the values of ancient society.
What cultural practices were influenced by the Nile River in ancient Egypt?
Religious rituals, agricultural festivals, and daily life were deeply connected to the river's cycles.
Explain how the government structure of Mesopotamia influenced later civilizations.
It introduced the concepts of centralized authority and codified laws, which were adopted by later empires.