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What is the central principle behind "Lex Talionis" in Hammurabi's Code?

  • The king's absolute power to decide all punishments justly.
  • Equality before the law, regardless of social status.
  • Punishments are based on the severity of the crime, regardless of the offender's status.
  • An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, but with variations based on social class. (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT associated with Nebuchadnezzar II?

  • The introduction of the first written code of law. (correct)
  • The capture and destruction of Jerusalem.
  • The rebuilding of Babylon, making it one of the greatest cities of the ancient world.
  • The construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.

    • What is Sargon of Akkad most famous for?

  • Creating the Cyrus Cylinder, a document championing human rights.
  • Establishing the first known empire in world history. (correct)
  • Introducing the principle of "Lex Talionis" into law.
  • Building the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.

    • What is the main reason the Cyrus Cylinder is considered a significant document?

    <p>It outlines Cyrus's policies of tolerance and freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best characterizes the Paleolithic Era lifestyle?

    <p>Small, nomadic groups of hunter-gatherers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lascaux Caves are famous for what?

    <p>Paleolithic art, depicting early religious beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the bow and arrow development in the Paleolithic Era?

    <p>It made hunting more efficient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the Paleolithic and Neolithic Eras in terms of lifestyle?

    <p>The reliance on hunting versus the development of agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Neolithic Era?

    <p>The use of simple stone tools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference in food sources between the Paleolithic and Neolithic Eras?

    <p>The reliance on hunting versus the cultivation of crops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the social organization of the Paleolithic Era differ from the Neolithic Era?

    <p>The existence of small egalitarian groups versus the emergence of social hierarchies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of the art and culture of the Neolithic Era?

    <p>Sophisticated art forms like pottery, weaving, and architecture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following advancements is associated with the Neolithic Era?

    <p>The invention of agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary economic system of the Paleolithic Era?

    <p>Barter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term "Paleolithic"?

    <p>It means &quot;Old Stone Age.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Tutankhaton's father?

    <p>Akhenaten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Tutankhamun's tomb discovery?

    <p>It provided insights into ancient Egyptian culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the capital city established by Rameses II?

    <p>Pi-Ramesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the decline of the city of Amarna?

    <p>The abandonment of the city after Akhenaten's death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh was known for his extensive building projects, especially the temples at Abu Simbel?

    <p>Rameses II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the ceremony performed at the funeral to restore the deceased's senses?

    <p>Opening of the Mouth Ceremony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was NOT a major obstacle the deceased had to overcome during their journey to the afterlife?

    <p>A giant Sphinx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Book of the Dead?

    <p>To ensure the deceased's safe passage through the afterlife.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the feather represent in the Weighing of the Heart Ceremony?

    <p>The goddess Maat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to a person's heart if it was heavier than the feather in the Weighing of the Heart Ceremony?

    <p>It was devoured by the goddess Amemet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was the first pyramid constructed in Egypt?

    <p>Djozer’s Pyramid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these refers to the 'Black Land,' a term used to describe the fertile Nile Valley?

    <p>Kemet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh was known as the "Offspring of the Sun God?"

    <p>Rameses II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was NOT a traditional Egyptian god?

    <p>Aten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the Egyptian god of writing?

    <p>Thoth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the life force that was believed to be separated from the body at death?

    <p>Ka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key belief of Old Earth Creationism regarding the age of the earth?

    <p>The earth is billions of years old.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Theistic Evolution suggest about evolution and God's role in it?

    <p>God actively intervened in the evolution of homo sapiens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection?

    <p>Survival is determined by a species' ability to adapt to new environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fundamental belief of Young Earth Creationism?

    <p>The earth was created in a short period as stated in biblical texts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do atheists typically view evolution?

    <p>As a purely scientific phenomenon without divine influence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'survival of the fittest' imply?

    <p>Adaptation to new environments increases chances of survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who discovered the Toumai fossil, and what is its estimated age?

    <p>Michel Brunet; estimated at 6.8 - 7.2 million years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which era was Charles Darwin born, and what was his primary contribution?

    <p>Victorian era; theory of natural selection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the transformation of the Roman legion under Gaius Marius?

    <p>Marius's mules allowed soldiers to carry their own equipment, making them more self-sufficient and mobile.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the reason behind Xerxes' invasion of Greece?

    <p>He sought revenge for his father's defeat at Marathon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary advantage of the Spartans' location at Thermopylae?

    <p>It provided a natural defensive position with a narrow pass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the elite "Immortals" play in the Persian army?

    <p>They were a force of 10,000 soldiers who were continually replenished to maintain their numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Ephialtes' betrayal impact the Battle of Thermopylae?

    <p>He revealed a secret path that allowed the Persians to outflank the Spartans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Battle of Thermopylae?

    <p>The Spartans suffered a crushing defeat, but their sacrifice delayed the Persians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What made the Athenian triremes a significant factor in the Battle of Salamis?

    <p>They were quick and maneuverable, allowing them to ram and board enemy ships effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key factor that led to the Persian defeat at the Battle of Plataea?

    <p>The Persians were overconfident and attacked prematurely due to miscommunication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the Peloponnesian War?

    <p>Athens expanding power and dominance threatened Sparta and its allies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors contributed to the Athenian defeat in the Sicilian Expedition?

    <p>The Athenians had a clear advantage in the battle, but their leaders quarreled, hindering their efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Athenian defeat in the Sicilian Expedition?

    <p>It marked a turning point in the Peloponnesian War, weakening Athens' military strength.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction between the Minoans and the Mycenaeans?

    <p>The Minoans were known for their peaceful trading, while the Mycenaeans were more warlike.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event or development brought Greece out of the "Dark Age"?

    <p>The rediscovery of writing and the reemergence of long-distance trade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a Greek city-state?

    <p>Polis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of hoplites in Ancient Greece?

    <p>They were citizen-soldiers who were primarily armed with spears and shields.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the olive wreath as a prize in the Olympic Games?

    <p>It was a sacred symbol representing Zeus, the god of the games.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the Lydians' invention of coins?

    <p>To facilitate trade by providing a standardized form of currency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor that distinguished the Neolithic Era from the Paleolithic Era?

    <p>The transition from hunting to farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civilization is credited with developing the first known form of writing?

    <p>Sumerians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did levees play in Mesopotamian agriculture?

    <p>They controlled flooding and protected farmlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant achievement is the Persian Empire known for?

    <p>Establishing a network of roads for communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the Assyrian Empire?

    <p>Recognized for its military strength and advanced weaponry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Khamose and what was he known for?

    <p>A warrior king fighting against the Hyksos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marked the end of the New Kingdom period in ancient Egypt?

    <p>The rise of the Roman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did the Natufians benefit from their agricultural practices?

    <p>They stored grains which lasted for decades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of MARXIST historians?

    <p>The class struggle between rich and poor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is an iconic symbol of Mesopotamian religion?

    <p>Ziggurat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which achievement is King Hammurabi most famously associated with?

    <p>Development of a written legal code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the geography of Mesopotamia influence its civilizations?

    <p>Fertile land from river floods facilitated farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Neo-Babylonian Empire achieve under Nebuchadnezzar II?

    <p>Construction of the Ishtar Gate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the palace located on the island of Crete where Minoans lived?

    <p>Palace of Knossos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of ancient Egypt, what does the term "ka" refer to?

    <p>A person's spiritual entity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Greek city that was the site of the ancient Olympic Games?

    <p>Olympia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the battle where 300 Spartans fought against a much larger Persian army?

    <p>Battle of Thermopylae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the leader of the Spartans during the Battle of Thermopylae?

    <p>Leonidas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these individuals was NOT a prominent Greek figure?

    <p>Akhenaten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the famous temple in Athens that was built during the leadership of Pericles?

    <p>The Parthenon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these ancient Greek philosophers was known for his theory of Forms?

    <p>Plato</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which battle marked a significant victory for the Greeks against the Persians, securing their victory in the Persian Wars?

    <p>Battle of Salamis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered a prominent feature of the island of Crete?

    <p>Palace of Knossos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rulers was known for his role in the Persian Wars, specifically his invasion of Greece?

    <p>Xerxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the famous Greek epic poem credited to Homer?

    <p>The Odyssey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did King Darius send envoys to Athens and Sparta?

    <p>To demand gifts and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Marathon?

    <p>A decisive Greek victory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the term "Thermopylae"?

    <p>The Hot Gates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient Greek city was known for its strength in warfare and its strict military training?

    <p>Sparta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated age difference between 'Lucy' and the 'Laetoli footprints'?

    <p>200,000 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these hominids were the first to utilize primitive tools for survival?

    <p>Homo habilis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hominid species is known for their elaborate tools, cave drawings, and development of language?

    <p>Homo sapiens sapiens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is NOT associated with the Mesopotamian civilization?

    <p>Development of the alphabet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these hominids is known for their burial rituals and care of their elderly and sick?

    <p>Homo sapiens neanderthalensis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Hanging Gardens of Babylon' are said to have been built for which reason?

    <p>To satisfy the queen's homesickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate age of 'Shanidar 1'?

    <p>100,000 - 50,000 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source used by researchers to study early hominid evolution?

    <p>Skeletal remains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Mesopotamian and Sumerian civilizations?

    <p>Mesopotamia includes the Sumerian civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hominid species is believed to have been the first to use fire?

    <p>Homo erectus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the early hominids is TRUE?

    <p>Early hominids were bipedal primates, walking on two legs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hominid species is associated with the 'Cradle of Man'?

    <p>Homo sapiens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Hammurabi's Code in Mesopotamian history?

    <p>It was the first written law code in history.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the religious practices of the Sumerians?

    <p>Polytheistic, with a god for each city-state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ziggurats in Mesopotamia?

    <p>Temples for religious ceremonies and sacrifices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these pharaohs is known for a peaceful, diplomatic reign, focusing on economic prosperity and foreign alliances?

    <p>Amenhotep III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for Tuthmosis III's erasing of Hatshepsut's legacy?

    <p>He believed her rule was illegitimate due to her gender.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is associated with Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton)?

    <p>Establishing a new capital at Amarna.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major difference distinguishes Amenhotep III's reign from the reigns of Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III?

    <p>Amenhotep III prioritized economic prosperity and diplomacy over war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Hatshepsut's expedition to Punt for Egypt?

    <p>It established Egypt as a major sea-faring power and brought back valuable resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary motivation behind Tuthmosis III's military campaigns?

    <p>To expand Egypt's territory and secure its borders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these pharaohs is considered the 'most successful military pharaoh' in Egypt's history?

    <p>Tuthmosis III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton) bring to Egyptian society?

    <p>He promoted the worship of Aten as the sole god, challenging traditional religious practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diplomacy did Amenhotep III prioritize during his reign?

    <p>He used gift-giving and diplomatic correspondence to foster alliances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh's reign was marked by a significant shift in religious beliefs, leading to religious experimentation and reform?

    <p>Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for Hatshepsut's erasure from historical records?

    <p>Her gender challenged traditional social structures and societal expectations of a pharaoh.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh's reign is considered a significant turning point in Egypt's religious history due to its monotheistic focus?

    <p>Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Tuthmosis III's military campaigns on Egypt's history?

    <p>They expanded Egypt's territory and established it as a major dominant power in the ancient world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh is known for promoting the worship of Aten, the sun disk, as the sole god?

    <p>Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main contrast between the reigns of Tuthmosis III and Amenhotep III?

    <p>Tuthmosis III expanded the empire through military conquest, while Amenhotep III maintained peace through diplomacy and alliances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pharaoh's reign is considered a turning point in Egypt's art and architecture?

    <p>Amenhotep IV (Akhenaton)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ostracism was primarily intended to prevent:

    <p>A single person from taking control of Athens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Themistocles ostracized in 471 BCE?

    <p>He had lost favor with the Athenian people due to political alliances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason why ostracism was a significant practice in Ancient Athens?

    <p>It ensured that individuals could be held accountable for their actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following BEST describes the system of ostracism in Ancient Athens?

    <p>A direct democracy process where citizens voted to exile a fellow citizen for ten years if they were deemed a threat to democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the ostracon?

    <p>It was a piece of pottery used to cast votes in the ostracism process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Delian League was formed primarily to:

    <p>Defend against the Persian Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Peloponnesian War was triggered, in part, by:

    <p>The growing tensions between the Delian League and the Peloponnesian League.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements BEST describes the relationship between Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle?

    <p>Socrates was Plato's teacher, and Plato was Aristotle's teacher, each building upon the ideas of the previous one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a theory associated with Aristotle?

    <p>The Theory of Forms, which posits that the physical world is an imperfect reflection of a world of eternal, perfect forms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi?

    <p>To interpret the will of the Gods and communicate it to the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a reason why slavery in ancient Athens was considered to be best?

    <p>Household slaves could own property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of the Parthenon on the Acropolis?

    <p>It was the religious center of Athens, dedicated to the worship of Athena, the city’s patron goddess.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After Alexander the Great's death, his vast empire was divided into several successor states. Which of the following was NOT one of those states?

    <p>Roman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the Library of Alexandria considered so important during its time?

    <p>It was one of the largest and most important collections of knowledge in the ancient world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Love of Wisdom' is a common definition of which term?

    <p>Philosophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ancient Mesopotamia

    • Old Earth Creationism: Belief that the universe and Earth are billions of years old, derived figuratively from Genesis; rejects scientific evolution, affirms God's creation in humanity's image.

    • Young Earth Creationism: Belief that the Earth is 6,000-12,000 years old, created in 7 days by an Abrahamic God; based on biblical interpretations of generations, rejects scientific evolution.

    • Theistic Evolution: Belief that evolution was set in motion by God, the Earth is billions of years old, and scientific evolution occurred. Often associated with Catholic beliefs.

    • Atheistic Evolution: Belief that evolution occurred without divine intervention; purely scientific process. Associated with atheism.

    • Charles Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection: Darwin proposed that species change and evolve over millions of years due to natural selection, driven by the environment and survival of the fittest. He was a naturalist, geologist, and biologist who lived from 1809 to 1882.

    • Survival of the Fittest: Species that adapt well to new environments are more likely to survive and reproduce. An example is the camouflage of bunnies—brown in Ottawa, white in Canada—as different environments require different coloration for survival.

    Fossil Dates, Locations, and Discoverers

    • Toumai (Northern Chad): 6.8-7.2 million years old; discovered by Michel Brunet.

    • Ardi (Ethiopia): 4.4 million years old; discovered by Tim White.

    • Laetoli Footprints (Tanzania): 3.6 million years old; discovered by Mary Leakey and team.

    • Selam (Dikika, Ethiopia): 3.3 million years old; discovered by Zeray Alemseged.

    • Lucy (Hadar, Ethiopia): 3.2 million years old; discovered by Donald Johanson and Tom Gray.

    Hominid Ancestry

    • Prehistory: Period before written records (around 3500 BCE), encompassing the Stone Age (Paleolithic and Neolithic). Information was preserved through oral traditions and art. Skeletal remains are primary sources for studying early hominids; crucial for learning about diet, speech, mobility, size, age, and appearance.

    • Early Hominids (Australopithecus afarensis): Bipedal primates dating back at least 6 million years ago; brain capacity of 350-500 cubic centimeters; lack of complex language or permanent homes; basic tool use (stones, rocks, sticks); likely primates first, bipedal later.

    • Shanidar 1: Neanderthal; 100,000–50,000 years old; evidence of care for the elderly and sick; burial with flowers; suggesting advanced social behaviour.

    • Homo habilis: 2.5 million years ago; first to create primitive tools and eat meat; brain size doubled compared to earlier hominids; considered more human-like.

    • Homo erectus: 1.7 million years ago; brain capacity of 700-1100 cc. Fewer fossils than other species; straight spine, possible fire use, and use of primitive tools; first hominid to leave Africa and spread to other parts of the world.

    • Homo sapiens: 500,000-400,000 years ago; "wise man", originated in Eastern Africa ('Cradle of Man'); brain capacity of 1200-1500 cc; lived in caves, limited communication.

    • Homo neanderthalensis: Neanderthal; found in Neander Valley, Germany; hunted and scavenged; no evidence of complex social relationships/structure.

    • Homo sapiens sapiens: Modern humans; evolved roughly 35,000 years ago; led to the extinction/intermixing of Neanderthals; innovative behavior (spear making, needles, mortars, axes); greater hunting ability; watercraft, developed trade; ornaments & art; lived in huts; represented the final stage of human evolution that led to modern humans.

    Mesopotamia

    • Geography: Region between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers (modern Iraq); fertile crescent ideal for agriculture.

    • Resources: Lacked stone, timber, and metals; abundant in clay and reeds; traded for these resources with other civilizations.

    • Levees: Flood control embankments constructed along riverbanks, particularly by the Sumerians.

    • Sumerians: First known civilization; invented cuneiform writing; built city-states.

    • Akkadians: Founded the first empire in history under Sargon of Akkad; unified Mesopotamian city-states; notable for its standing army.

    • Old Babylonians: Ruled under King Hammurabi, known for instituting the Code of Hammurabi (one of the earliest legal codes).

    • Assyrians: Militaristic empire with advanced weaponry and administration; known for their library in Nineveh.

    • Neo-Babylonians: Led by Nebuchadnezzar II; noted for grandeur, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon (unconfirmed), conquest of Jerusalem, and the Babylonian Captivity.

    • Persian Empire: Founded by Cyrus the Great; largest empire in history; known for tolerance.

    • Writing, Architecture, and Science: Developed cuneiform, astronomy, mathematics (base-60 system), monumental architecture.

    • Medicine: Combined practical remedies with spiritual beliefs in their medicine.

    • Ziggurats: Massive step-like temple structures, central to Mesopotamian religion; connected the human world to the divine.

    • Hanging Gardens of Babylon: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (archeological confirmation lacking).

    • Hammurabi’s Code: Earliest and well-preserved legal codes; included laws on justice, punishments based on social class, and the principle of “an eye for an eye.”

    Paleolithic Era

    • Time Period: Approximately 50,000 to 10,000 years ago.

    • Lifestyle: Small nomadic or semi-nomadic bands of 5-10 families; seasonal gatherings.

    • Art and Culture: Exampleed in Lascaux Caves, personal adornment from various materials.

    • Tools and Hunting: Stone, shell, and bone tools; driving animals into enclosures or off cliffs; development of the bow and arrow (around 20,000 BCE), improving efficiency.

    • Diet: Based on roots, potatoes, fruits, berries, honey, and shellfish; reliable food gathering from women.

    Comparison Paleolithic - Neolithic

    • Paleolithic: Nomadic hunter-gatherers; simple stone tools; temporary shelters; limited social hierarchy.
    • Neolithic: Permanent settlements; agriculture and animal domestication; advanced tools; permanent homes; growing social hierarchies.

    Egypt

    • Khamose: Warrior king of Thebes; fought the Hyksos invaders.

    • Ahmose: Khamose's brother; drove the Hyksos out; united Egypt, beginning the New Kingdom.

    • Hatshepsut: Female pharaoh; notable for peace, prosperity, and trade expeditions, especially to Punt.

    • Tuthmosis III: Expanded Egypt's military; removed Hatshepsut's name and defaced her monuments and statues; wealthiest man.

    • Amenhotep III: Long reign of peace; famous for diplomatic alliances and monumental construction like the Colossi of Memnon.

    • Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV): Introduced monotheistic worship of Aten; established a new capital (Amarna); realistic art style.

    • Tutankhamun: Restored traditional polytheistic worship; famously tomb filled with artifacts.

    • Rameses II: Long reign; military leader and builder of monuments & temples (Abu Simbel).

    • "Desert" or "Red Land": Arid region surrounding the Nile Valley

    • "Kemet" or "Black Land": Fertile region of the Nile Valley.

    • Menes: Unified Upper and Lower Egypt in 3150 BCE

    • Mummification: Ancient Egyptian process for preserving bodies; removal of major organs (except the heart); drying and placement of organs in canopic jars.

    • Opening of the Mouth Ceremony: Ritual to restore senses of the deceased.

    • Journey to the Afterworld: Dangerous journey thru the Duat to the hall of Osiris.

    • Weighing of the Heart Ceremony: Judgement of a person's deeds; heart balanced with Maat's feather for immortality.

    • Book of the Dead: Ancient Egyptian funerary text aiding the dead in the afterlife; collection of hymns, spells, and instructions.

    • Djoser's Pyramid: First pyramid in Egypt; designed by Imhotep.

    • Kha: Spiritual double of a person believed to exist in the afterlife

    • Ba: Spiritual entity in ancient Egyptian theology

    • Akh: Blessed or transfigured soul of a deceased person after having passed judgement by Osiris.

    • Maat: Ancient Egyptian goddess of truth, justice, and balance.

    • Mastabas: Egyptian tombs

    Greece

    • Geography: Mountainous region with independent city-states (polis).

    • Mount Olympus: Home of the Greek Gods

    • Pericles: Leader of Athens, known for building the Parthenon, started war against Sparta after 20 years of cultural greatness

    • Socrates: Philosopher, known for questioning everything.

    • Xerxes: Persian ruler involved in the Persian Wars.

    • Alexander the Great: Powerful Macedonian ruler; conquered vast territories in Persia.

    • Philip II of Macedonia: Alexander's father, a military leader.

    • Darius: King of Persia.

    • Archimedes: Greek mathematician, physicist, and inventor known for the principle of buoyancy.

    • Plato: Philosopher and student of Socrates

    • Aristotle: Student of Plato; philosopher.

    • Herodotus: Father of History

    • Homer: Poet, author of The Iliad and The Odyssey).

    • Leonidas: Spartan leader at Thermopylae.

    • Miltiades: Athenian leader at Marathon.

    • Hippocrates: Greek physician.

    • Themistocles: Athenian commander at Salamis, naval leader.

    • Sappho: Lesbos poet & finishing school founder

    Persian Wars

    • Battle of Marathon: Athenian victory over the Persians; outnumbered but used tactical positioning to win.
    • Battle of Thermopylae: Spartan resistance, delaying Persian advance, despite the smaller force losing.
    • Battle of Salamis:Greek naval victory using maneuverable triremes.
    • Battle of Plataea: Greek land victory over the Persians.

    Peloponnesian War

    • Cause: Tensions between Athens and Sparta.
    • Outcome: Spartan victory, crippling Athens' power.

    Minoans & Mycenaeans

    • Minoans: Lived on Greek islands, centered on Crete.
    • Mycenaeans: Lived on mainland Greece. Early form of Greek language; more warlike.

    Greek Society

    • Polis: Greek city-state.
    • Hoplites: Citizen soldiers armed with spears and shields.
    • Helots: Spartan slaves.

    Trade & Coinage

    • Invention of coinage by the Lydians.
    • Athenian coins had Athena and an owl.

    Greek Philosophy

    • Meaning of philosophy: "Love of wisdom"
    • Major Philosophers: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
    • Theories: Socrates challenging belief, Plato's theory regarding human potential, Aristotle's theory of different aspects of knowledge

    Leagues

    • Delian and Peloponnesian Leagues: Alliances that developed into opposing forces; potential cause of the Peloponnesian War.

    Greek Heroes

    • Achilles, Odysseus, Heracles, Theseus, Perseus, Jason, Atalanta, Bellerophon: Legendary figures of Greek mythology.

    Epics (Iliad & Odyssey):

    • The Iliad: Focuses on the wrath of Achilles during the Trojan War; key themes: war, honor, and the consequences of rage.
    • The Odyssey: Follows Odysseus’s return home after the war; key themes: perseverance, loyalty, cunning, and longing for home.

    Rome

    • Marius' mules: Roman legion reforms, equipping soldiers with their own equipment for greater mobility.

    • Punic Wars: Wars between Rome and Carthage, resulting in Rome's victory.

    • First Triumvirate: Political alliance of Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus.

    • Etruscans: Ancient Italian civilization that influenced early Roman culture.

    • Romulus and Remus: Legendary founders of Rome.

    • Patricians and Plebeians: Classes of Roman society, Patricians were elite.

    • Women: Had limited legal rights; primarily managed households, but some had influence.

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