Geography
Which geographic feature helped protect ancient India from invasion?
Himalayas
What type of religion is Judaism?
Monotheism
What writing system did Mesopotamians develop?
Cuneiform
What type of government did Athens have?
What system divided people into social classes in India?
caste system
How did the Nile River MOST benefit Egypt?
provided fertile soil and water for farming
What belief is shared by Hinduism and Buddhism?
Karma or reincarnation
What major math concept did India develop?
Zero
What was the purpose of the Twelve Tables?
Written laws for fairness
What was the Silk Road used for?
trade of goods and ideas
Why did Greek city-states develop independently?
Mountains separated them
What was the purpose of mummification in Egypt?
prepare for the afterlife
What invention helped China with navigation?
compass
What did the Mandate of Heaven explain?
A ruler's right to rule
What was the difference between patricians and plebeians?
wealthy vs common people
How did geography BOTH help and limit ancient China?
Helped with protection and farming, but caused isolation.
How did religion influence daily life in ancient India?
Determined social roles (caste system) and behavior
What was a major Greek achievement that influenced modern government?
Democracy
How was the Roman Republic different from a monarchy?
Leaders were elected, not inherited
How did a surplus affect early civilizations?
Allowed population growth and job specialization
Why was Rome’s location on the Mediterranean Sea important?
Allowed trade, communication, and expansion
Why was religion important in maintaining power in ancient Egypt?
Pharaohs were believed to be gods
How did Roman engineering help their empire grow?
Roads and aqueducts improved travel and water supply
Why did large empires like Rome become difficult to govern?
Too large, communication issues, invasions
How did trade impact cultural diffusion between civilizations?
Spread ideas, religions, and technology