Ancient Egypt
What was the purpose of Egyptian Pyramids?
To serve as a burial space for Pharaohs
Where was Mesopotamia located?
The fertile crescent
Which area - inner or outer China- had more suitable geography for settlement?
Inner China
Who was at the top of Ancient Egypt's social pyramid?
The Pharaoh, who was also believed to be a god
What was the name of the Babylonian King who created a code of laws?
Hammurabi
What was the name of the philosopher whose teachings encouraged:
- Respect your elders
- Treat others the way you would want to be treated
Confucious
What were the Spartans known for?
Their military strength
Why were pharaohs buried with food, personal items, and jewels?
It was believed that these items were brought into the afterlife
What were the Assyrians most feared for?
Their military strength
What were Oracle Bones?
Animal bones used to predict fortunes and communicate with ancestors
Who was the city of Athens named after?
The goddess Athena
What was the name of the first Egyptian pharaoh who was a woman, and disguised herself as a man in order to remain in power?
Pharaoh Hatshepsut
What were Sumerian temples called?
Ziggurats
What was the Warring States Period?
A period of 250 years during which 7 states were at constant war in an effort to rule China
Who were the Olympic Games played to honor?
What was the name of the Egyptian pharaoh who signed the first peace treaty to ever exist?
Pharaoh Ramses II
The Sumerian writing system was called...
Cunieform
What was the royal Shang city called?
Anyang
What is the name of the temple that was built to honor Athena?
The Parthenon