Ancient Civilizations #1
This group of ancient peoples developed hieroglyphics.
The Ancient Egyptians
The Ancient Roman building that was used as an entertainment venue, hosting gladiator fights, animal hunts, and even chariot racing. This was known as ______.
The Roman Colosseum
Where was the Ancient Mesopotamian civilization'? Name current countries or rivers
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Mesopotamia was in current Iraq, Syria, Iran, and Jordan. Formerly Sumer; Or between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
What was the basic garment (clothing) worn by Plebeians in Ancient Rome?
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a tunic
What is an Artifact? Give me a real example.
An object made or modified by humans a long time ago that has historical and cultural significance
The Papyrus Plant
The Aztecs built these step-like features on hillsides to grow plants
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terraces
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa along this river.
The Nile River
Before mummification, Priests of Ancient Egypt would take out all human organs after death except this:
the heart
What does 'CE' and 'BCE' stand for?
Known as a calendar system ‘Common (current) Era’ or 'Before Common Era'
This group of ancient peoples invented the compass and gun powder.
The Ancient Chinese
What is the above ground structure built to transport fresh water into Rome?
An aqueduct
Who conquered Ancient Egypt in 332 B.C. and turned it into a Ptolemy Kingdom?
***STEAL***
Alexander the Great
An ancient writer/history recorder of hieroglyphs was called a ___________.
scribe
What technological advancement was built by Ancient China as giant shield to keep them safe from enemies who could try and attack?
The Great Wall of China
What did Egyptian priests do to Pharaohs once they died?
Started the mummification process before putting into a tomb specially built for the Pharaoh.
Why did the Ancient Egyptians live near the Nile River?
What is the artifact that was a giant statue that was built to guard the pyramids and protect the pharaohs.
The Great Sphinx of Giza
What is the name of the stadium where gladiators battle other gladiators and beasts simply for the entertainment of the others?
The Colosseum
Name three technological advancements made by an ancient civilization/early society.
*Different responses*
(catapult, aqueduct, pyramids, wheel, compass, gun powder, paper from papyrus, paved roads, temples, buildings like Parthenon or Colosseum, etc)
What artifact was an army of figures that represented soldiers for a emperor's afterlife?
The Terracotta Warriors
What is the 'stone coffin' known as in Ancient Egypt?
A sarcophagus
What was the environmental climate like in Ancient Egypt? How did it help them meet their basic needs?
2) Desert Climate: Hot and Dry.
-> They lived near the nile river.
According to Roman Mythology, who founded Ancient Rome?
Romulus and Remus
What body of water was the 'cradle of life' for Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome?
Mediterranean Sea