Writing and Communication
What form of ancient writing was developed in Egypt?
Hieroglyphics
1. Permanent settlements
2. Farming
What civilization is referred to as "the land between the rivers"?
Mesopotamia
Rich soil for farming was also known as what?
silt
Monotheism means...?
Belief in one God
The writing we would find in ancient Egypt would look like what?
Pictures and symbols that represent words or letters
How did the domestication of plants and animals impact early human civilizations?
It led to the development of permanent settlements.
What was the "lifeline" of Ancient Egypt?
The Nile River
What is one way that ancient civilizations such as the one found in the Indus River Valley impacted modern society?
They developed a system of trade between societies.
Polytheism means?
Belief in many Gods
What is true about Hammurabi's Code and its creation?
It gave citizens the opportunities to read and understand the laws.
Why did nomadic humans create permanent settlements and villages?
The domestication of animals made hunting less important.
The Yellow River is located near which country?
China
They formed near rivers
How did Judaism inspire Christianity.
Christianity believed that Jesus Christ was the messiah promised by Judaism.
What is true about Hammurabi's Code and its creation?
It gave citizens opportunities to read and understand the laws.
What develoment caused the events of the agricultural revolution to begin?
In Ancient Egypt how were rulers selected?
Passed down the power to relatives
What were two things that Ancient Egyptians could trade?
The people of Mesopotamia believed that there was over 560 different gods and goddesses. Which term best describes the religion of Mesopotamia?
Polytheism
Describe what Hieroglyphics would look like.
Symbols and pictures to represent letters and words.
Why did early humans abandon the hunter gatherer lifestyle?
It was safer to create permanent settlements and produce crops.
Who was at the top of the social structure of Ancient Egypt? Who was at the bottom?
Pharaoh
Slaves
Name 3 reasons why settling near rivers was important for Early civilizations.
1. Rich soil for farming
2. Water source
3.Food
4. Travel/Trade
The gods of Ancient Egypt resemble what features?
They have human features.