How did the end of the Ice age impact the human civilizations?
It allowed for the domestication of plants and animals.
"An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth". Which historical figure is most closely associated with this set of laws?
Hammurabi
What does the abbreviation B.C.E stand for?
Before common era
What was the location of Ancient Nubia in relation to Ancient Egypt?
It was south of Ancient Egypt
Which geographic feature created a natural border for ancient India?
Himalaya mountains
The end of the Ice Age allowed early humans to do what?
Create new types of shelters
"He who has seen everything, I will make known to the lands.I will teach him experienced all things [through my stories]." This quotes provides evidence for which statement?
That the Mesopotamian's valued writing.
Which 2 abbreviations refer to the same time period?
A.D and C.E
What was the role of the pharaoh in Ancient Egyptian society?
The pharaoh was considered a living god
What do the BhagavadGita,Ramayana, and the Mahabharata all have in common?
The were all written in Ancient India
Which event led to the rapid growth of the global human population and the permanent civilizations?
The neolithic age
Who was best known for leading Akkad?
Sargon
What is the major characteristic of all polytheistic religions?
they believe in more than 1 god
why were the pyramids created?
To honor dead Egyptian royalty
How did river systems impact early civilizations in china?
Seasonal flooding made the soil very fertile.
How were the religions of Mesopotamian civilizations like Sumer civilizations to most other early religions?
They were polytheistic
How did the silk road impact ancient China?
It opened Ancient China to other cultures
Ancient Egypt is known for which creations?
Hieroglyphics, papyrus, Sphinx
Why was ancient china Isolated from the rest of the world?
Its geography prevented exploration beyond its borders.
The fertile crescent is home to which rivers?
Tigris and Euphrates
How did the invention of the wheel impact Mesopotamian civilization?
It made it easier for people to trade goodies
Which type of art was most closely associated with Mesopotamian culture?
Relief sculptures
How did the kingdom of Kush gain control of north eastern Africa?
It conquered Egypt
How did the ideas of Confucius become popular in Ancient China?
They provided a solution for the political corruption of the times