World Civilizations and Empires
What is the name of the Ancient Egyptian writing system?
Hieroglyphics
What is the largest desert in the world?
Sahara Desert
What is the process of moving to cities called?
Urbanization
What year did World War II begin?
1939
What does NATO stand for?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Which empire built the Taj Mahal?
Mughal Empire
What is the longest river in the world?
What is the name of a city with more than 10 million people?
Megacity
Who was the president of the United States during the Great Depression?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
What is the name of the longest undefended border in the world?
US-Canada border
Which trade route connected China to Europe?
Silk Road
Which layer of Earth causes tectonic plates to move?
Mantle
Which country has the highest population in the world?
China
What year did the Berlin Wall fall?
1989
Which country is the world’s largest oil producer
What was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?
Constantinople
What is the Ring of Fire?
Region with many volcanoes and earthquakes around the Pacific Ocean?
What term describes people moving to another country for safety?
Refugee
Which event started World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What is the main purpose of the United Nations?
Maintaining international peace and security
Which empire was known for its advanced aqueducts and road networks?
Roman Empire
Which mountain range separates Europe and Asia?
The Ural Mountains
Which type of map shows population density?
choropleth map
What treaty ended World War I?
Treaty of Versailles
Which two countries are fighting over Kashmir?
India and Pakistan