Early Civilizations
Where did early civilizations build their cities?
Near rivers
What is Diwali?
The celebration of light.
Why did ancient civilizations usually build walls?
The built them to keep enemies out.
What does prosperity mean?
Money and abundance of good fortune
Who was the trickster in the tale The Tiger, the Brahman, and the Jackal?
The jackal
How did rivers help ancient civilizations?
It gave them water and rich soil for growing food.
What do people do to celebrate this holidy?
The put up lights, feast with family, and exchange sweets.
Who worked on building the Great Wall?
Soldiers, prisoners, and peasants
How long does Chinese New Year celebrations last?
15 days
How do you know the Tiger, the Brahman, and the Jackal is fiction?
Animals can't talk
Why were mountains important to early civilizations?
They provided protection.
Who celebrates this holiday?
Hindus and other Indians around the world
Why are there watchtowers on the Great Wall?
They held supplies and soldiers could look for invading warriors.
How do people prepare for Chinese New Year?
They clean their homes, feast, set off fireworks, stay up late, and forget grudges.
Describe Ma Liang in the folktale the Magic Paint Brush?
Poor, kind, smart, and wanted to paint things to help others with his magic paintbrush.
What types of jobs did early civilizations have?
Farmers, Merchants, Traders, Jewelry makers
Why are lamps, lights, and candles lit?
It symbolizes goodness in other people shines over evil.
Why is the Great Wall important to China today?
It brings in tourism and money to their country.
What symbols of good luck are displayed during Chinese New Year?
The color red, dragons, lions, lanterns
How does MaLing trick the Emporer in the folktale the Magic Paintbrush?
He paints an island that holds a tree with gold coins for leaves. Then he paints a boat and storm that strands the Emporer on the island.