Created the modern telescope, and proved the heliocentric model of the solar system
Who is Galileo Galilei?
This Italian traveler was known for his trips to Mongol-ruled China along the Silk Road.
Who is Marco Polo?
In the river valley civilizations, they had to use this to control flooding and help water their crops.
What is irrigation?
Gunpowder, mechanical clock, paper currency, porcelain, magnetic compass, Grand Canal
What is Song/Tang Dynasties in China?
Religion that focused on respect for ancestors, family, and elders, and specific places in society
What is Confucianism?
This king of Babylon was known for his creation of the first written code of laws.
Who is Hammurabi?
What is plains?
Religion that came from India, created the caste system with rigid roles in society, and believed in reincarnation
What is Hinduism?
Mountains caused this civilization to form very different types of governments and different city-states.
What is Ancient Greece?
This King of the Maurya is known for his part in spreading Buddhism throughout India
Who is Ashoka Maurya?