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Mesopotamia
100

Most commonly known by a shortening of his real name, this pharaoh ruled at a relatively young age and has one of the most intact tombs ever discovered.

Who is Tutankhamun?

100

He is often known as "The First Emperor of China", unifying the nation after a long period of war between various conflicting states.

Who is Qin Shi Huang?

100

The name of the writing system used throughout Ancient Mesopotamia, pressed into clay tablets or chiseled into stone.

What is Cuneiform?

200

One of the Four Great Inventions of Ancient China, revolutionizing warfare and adding color to New Year's celebrations

What is Gunpowder?

200

This was the rival civilization to Rome during the Punic Wars.

What is Carthage?

300

This man was the architect of the first pyramid built in Ancient Egypt

Who is Imhotep?

300

Divination with oracle bones, use of bronze, and elaborate ancestor rituals were all present in these two ancient Chinese dynasties.

What are the Shang and Zhou Dynasties?

300

He was the last ruler of the Aztec Empire before the Spanish took control.

Who is Moctezuma II?
400

This urban center located along the Mississippi River near modern-day St. Louis gradually constructed one of the largest earthworks in North America.

What is Cahokia?

500

This was a school of philosophy originating from the Warring States period that emphasized anti-agression, frugality, universal care and concern for all, and evaluation of moral worth based on overall utility.

What is the Mohist School?