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Prehistory
Mesopotamia
Egypt
Israel
Greece
100
What is common in most interpretations of the creation story?
The Earth forming out of chaos
100
What word means "land between two rivers"?
Mesopotamia
100
What was the name of the written Egyptian language?
hieroglyphics
100
What is the difference between monotheism and polytheism?
Monotheism- belief in one god Polytheism- belief in many gods
100
What is a polis?
Can mean a body of citizens, more often refers to greek city states
200
What continent is said to be the origin of man?
Africa
200
What does it mean that Mesopotamia was called the "Fertile Crescent"?
The land around the two rivers was the result of deposited nutrient-rich soil. This soil caused the land to be very good for farming.
200
Name two significant Egyptian Leaders and their impact on Ancient Egypt
Answers vary
200
Who was Solomon? What did he contribute to Israelite history?
King of Israel, David's son, asked God for wisdom, Book of Proverbs
200
Describe the geography of Greece and how it influenced the development of societies
Surrounded by water, mountainous Main professions- warriors and traders Strong navy
300
What was the order of the biblical creation?
1. light 2. sky 3. land, sea, & plants 4. sun, moon, & stars 5. birds & fish 6. animals & man 7. rest
300
Which two rivers was Mesopotamia located between?
Tigris & Euphrates Rivers
300
Why was the Nile River so influential in Egyptian culture?
It influenced trade. The Nile River also flooded each year, providing nutrient-rich soil for agriculture. The Nile River was also thought to flow into the Underworld.
300
How many years were the Israelites enslaved in Egypt before the Exodus?
400 years
300
What caused the Peloponnesian wars?
Sparta was worried that Athens, with its newly improved navy, would become super powerful and take over.
400
What are some of the differences between the Paleolithic era and the Neolithic era?
Answers may vary, but probably include the following: Paleo- hunter/gatherer, nomadic, spoken language, invention of fire Neo- permanent settlements, beginnings of written language, domestication, systemic farming
400
Which two civilizations were located in Mesopotamia?
Sumer & Akkad
400
Who was the very first pharaoh and what were his accomplishments?
Menes (Narmer)- unified upper and lower Egypt, military leader
400
What is the significance of Passover and why is it still celebrated today?
Passover is celebrated to commemorate the liberation of the Israelites led out of Egypt by Moses. It is still celebrated to remember God's provision for his chosen people.
400
Who were the two Athenians who implemented democracy?
Solon and Clisthenes
500
Name all 5 attributes of a civilization
Centralized Government Written language Organized Religion Job Specialization/Social Classes Arts/Architecture/Infrastructure
500
Who was the first known king from Mesopotamia?
Sargon of Akkad
500
Name the 10 plagues in order
Blood, frogs, gnats/lice, flies, livestock, boils, hail, locusts, darkness, death of the firstborn
500
How did the Israelites come to be enslaved in Egypt?
After Joseph became 2nd in command to Pharaoh during the 7 years of prosperity and 7 years of famine, his brothers came to Egypt looking for food. Upon being reunited with their brother, the brothers brought their families to Egypt and increased in number.
500
Did Sparta and Athens have the same type of government? What types of government did they have?
No, they had different governments. Sparta had an Oligarchy and Athens had a democracy.