Ancient World 1
Which is true of the social hierarchy of both Egypt and Mesopotamia?
a. Kings dominated both hierarchies
b. The belief that leaders were gods
c. Immigration placed great strains on culture
d. Women lacked freedom and legal protection
b. The people believed that their leaders were gods
What makes the Israelites unique in their region?
Their monotheistic beliefs and covenant with one God
Describe the Dark Ages of Ancient Greece
Decline of trade between islands, writing fails, no cultural development
Rome collapsed because it had become too ...
Large to govern
What did the people of the early Shang Dynasty record their first writings on?
bones inscribed with pictographs
Name two Greek city-states
Athens, Sparta, Thebes, Corinth etc
How did the Spartans treat foreigners?
Spartans were isolationist, were fiercely nationalistic and proud to fight for their city-state. Foreigners were contemptible.
What did Confucianism require of Chinese citizens?
Obedience, respect, duty and proper conduct - filial piety
What are the benefits of a civilization having a system of writing?
To keep vital records and organize society & the government
Why did Mesopotamia go to war with its neighbors?
The need for expansion to get vital resources
What was the "Pax Romana"?
A 200 year long period of economic stability and growth of the Roman Empire
What massive construction project (beside the Terra Cotta army) began under Qin dynasty and was continued by the Han Dynasty?
The Great Wall of China
How were trade goods moved about in Ancient Egypt?
by boat
What helped make agriculture in Ancient Egypt possible?
The regular and predictable flooding of the Nile River that deposited nutrients onto the soil.
What are some key technological accomplishments of the Romans?
aqueducts, roads, arches, concrete
What was the trade route that crossed the mountains and desert to connect China and the Mediterranean?
The Silk Road
Where did the city of Mohenjo-Daro arise?
The Indus River Valley
In ancient civilizations, the aristocrats are higher or lower in the social hierarchy than traders and merchants
Aristocrats are higher than traders and merchants
The Indus Valley cities had what healthful technology?
Running water and sewers
All of the Ancient Civilizations we have studied except Greece arose in what?
Greece had what instead?
River Valleys
Coastline with harbors