Which ancient civilization developed between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers?
What was the system of writing developed by the Sumerians in Mesopotamia?
What set of laws was created by a Babylonian king and is one of the oldest legal codes known?
Large, pyramid-shaped temples built in Mesopotamia were called:
The civilization of Ancient Egypt depended heavily on which river?
The ruler of Ancient Egypt was known by what title?
What was the writing system of Ancient Egypt that used pictures and symbols?
The process of preserving a dead body in Ancient Egypt was called:
The first major civilization in Ancient India developed along which river?
Two major planned cities of the Indus Valley Civilization were:
Seasonal winds that bring heavy rains to India are known as:
The ancient writing system of India, in which the Vedas were written, is called:
Which river is often called the "Cradle of Chinese Civilization"?
Which was the first documented dynasty of China?
What massive defensive structure was built in China to protect against invaders?
In ancient China, the respect shown by children for their parents and elders was known as:
Because of its geography, Ancient Greece was divided into independent areas called:
Which form of government, where citizens vote for their leaders, originated in Athens?
What famous sporting event originated in Ancient Greece to honor the gods?
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were famous Greek:
Ancient Rome started as a monarchy, then became a form of government where citizens elected representatives, called a:
What was the official language of the Roman Empire?
The Romans built large structures to carry water over long distances called:
What famous Roman amphitheater was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles?
The long period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire was known as the:
Imagine a map of Ancient Egypt. You can see a long, thin green strip running north to south through a vast desert. This green strip represents fertile land. Along this strip, there's a large river flowing from south to north, emptying into a triangular delta shape at the top (north). Several important cities are marked along the river, such as Memphis and Thebes.
Based on the map description, what is the most important geographical feature of Ancient Egypt?
How did this geographical feature influence the development of Ancient Egyptian civilization?
Imagine a map showing the Roman Empire at its greatest extent. You see the Italian Peninsula, shaped like a boot, extending into a large body of water. This body of water is surrounded by lands that are all part of the Roman Empire, including North Africa, Spain, Gaul (modern-day France), Greece, and parts of the Middle East. Major cities like Rome, Carthage, and Alexandria are marked. Many roads crisscross the land, connecting these cities.
Based on the map description, which sea was centrally located within the Roman Empire, allowing for easy trade and travel?
How did Rome's control of the sea described above benefit its empire?
Excerpt from Hammurabi's Code: 'If a man has destroyed the eye of a free man, his own eye shall be destroyed. If he has broken the bone of a free man, his own bone shall be broken. If a man has knocked out the teeth of a man of his own rank, his teeth shall be knocked out. If he has destroyed the eye of a commoner or broken the bone of a commoner, he shall pay one mina of silver. If he has destroyed the eye of a man's slave or broken the bone of a man's slave, he shall pay half his value.'
What was the main purpose of Hammurabi's Code, based on this excerpt?
How might these laws have affected daily life for people in ancient Babylon?
Excerpt from Plato: "The unexamined life is not worth living."
What do you think Plato meant when he said, "The unexamined life is not worth living"?
How does this quote reflect the values and interests of ancient Greek society?
Document A: Mesopotamia The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers flooded annually, depositing rich, fertile silt onto the land, making it ideal for growing crops like wheat and barley. Mesopotamians developed complex irrigation systems to control the floodwaters and direct them to their fields.
Document B: Ancient Egypt An image showing Egyptian farmers working in fields alongside the Nile River. The river is shown wide and calm, with boats sailing on it. Hieroglyphs above the image describe the 'gift of the Nile,' which brought life-giving water and fertile mud.
Document C: Indus Valley Civilization Archaeologists have found evidence of advanced urban planning, including drainage systems and public baths, in cities like Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa. These cities were built near the Indus River, which provided water for their large populations and trade with other regions.
Using the documents and your own knowledge, explain the importance of rivers to the development of early ancient civilizations.
Compare and contrast the political structures of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Discuss at least two differences and one similarity or evolution.
Explain how geography influenced the development of two different ancient civilizations. Be sure to describe specific geographical features and their impact.