Mesopotamia and Egypt
Writing and Money
Ancient Greece and Rome
100

This ancient Mesopotamian civilization is often credited with creating the world's first written language.

Sumer

100

Cuneiform, an early system of writing, originated in this region.

Mesopotamia

100

The ancient Greek city-state known for its cultural achievements and democratic system.

Athens

200

The Nile River was crucial to the development of this ancient civilization known for its pyramids.

Egypt

200

The first known coins were created in this ancient civilization, often regarded as the birthplace of democracy.

Greece

200

This ancient Greek city-state is known for its military prowess and the Battle of Thermopylae.

Sparta

300

This ruler is famous for his code of laws in Babylon.

Hammurabi

300

The Rosetta Stone was key to deciphering the writing system of this ancient civilization.

Egypt

300

Julius Caesar was famously assassinated in this Roman institution.

the Senate

400

Ancient Egyptian writing system.

Hieroglyphics

400

The ancient Egyptians used this material to create a type of paper-like substance for writing.

Papyrus

400

The Colosseum, an iconic symbol of Rome, was used for what types of events?

gladiator contests and public spectacles

500

The Hanging Gardens are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and are associated with this Mesopotamian city.

 Babylon

500

 Before the invention of currency, ancient civilizations often relied on a system of exchanging goods and services directly. What is the term for this system?

Barter

500

This ancient Greek philosopher is considered the "Father of Western Philosophy

Socrates