Mesopotamia
On what rivers did Mesopotamia develop?
The rivers in Mesopotamia are the Euphrates and Tigris River
How many parts of Egypt are there and what river do they follow?
There are two parts of Egypt, Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt, and they follow the Nile River
What is Exodus?
Exodus is the route Moses took to lead the Jews out of Egypt
What is polytheism?
Polytheism is the worship of many gods
Who is included in our family?
Everyone is included in our family
Where and how did most Sumerians live?
The majority were farmers who lived in the countryside
What are the two seas that are along Egypt?
The two seas along Egypt are: Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
Why is Ruth important?
Ruth is important because she served as a model for Hebrews on how to treat family
What is the definition of geography?
The definition of geography is _______.
What is important to remember about family?
Family loves each other, respects each other, holds each other accountable, etc
What effects did irrigation have on farming?
Irrigation made farmers more productive, which led to a food surplus and less need for people to farm, and these in turn led to a division of labor.
Fill in the blank
The Egyptians were probably best known for building _______.
The Egyptians were probably best known for building the pyramids.
How did the Ten Commandments shape Hebrew life?
The Hebrews agreed to worship only God and to value human life, self-control, and justice.
What is the definition of hieroglyphics?
The definition of hieroglyphics is an Egyptian writing system
Why does Miss Enciso tell us we are all family?
Miss Enciso tells us we are all family because we are all family
Why were scribes so important?
Scribes were important because they kept track of items people traded or records for the government or temples
What were some items that were traded in Egypt?
Some items that were traded are: gold, copper, timber, and turquoise.
The Jews believe that the Ten Commandments were given by God to _______.
The Jews believe that the Ten Commandments were given by God to Moses.
Define monotheism
How does accepting that we are family change the classroom environment?
By accepting that we are family, the classroom environment changes by being more peaceful, helpful, calm, etc
Why was the Phoenician alphabet an important development?
The Phoenician alphabet was an important development because it made writing much easier and has had a major impact on other languages, including English.
Describe the Egyptian social pyramid
Pharaoh, officials/priests, scribes/craftspeople, farmers, servants, slaves
What is the most sacred book in Judaism called?
The most sacred book in Judaism is called Torah
Define: Dead Sea Scrolls
List every positive phrase Miss Enciso has told you since the beginning of the school year
Put a star next to the one someone else already has after being read aloud. Group that has the most not marked receives the points.
(1 point per non-marked answer)