Ancient Civilizations Quiz

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What are the five characteristics of a civilization?

Advanced technology, advanced cities, specialized jobs, complex religions, advanced writing systems.

Define the term 'delta' in geographical terms.

A delta is where a river empties into a larger body of water, creating a fan-shaped deposit of sediment.

What significant changes occurred during the Neolithic Period?

People began domesticating animals, farming, and settling in one area.

What does the term 'Cultural Diffusion' refer to?

Cultural diffusion is the movement of ideas, goods, or customs from one culture to another. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mesopotamia mean and why is it significant?

Mesopotamia means 'the land between the rivers' and it is significant for being one of the earliest cradles of civilization. Signup and view all the answers

What place did Hebrews or Jewish people gather for worship?

Synagogue Signup and view all the answers

On which philosophical teachings were early Chinese Civil Service tests based?

Confucius Signup and view all the answers

The early Chinese civilization developed predominantly around which river valley?

The Yellow (Huanghe) River valley Signup and view all the answers

What does the Mandate of Heaven refer to in ancient Chinese belief?

The right to rule from the gods Signup and view all the answers

What river was referred to as the 'River of Sorrows' in ancient China?

The Yellow River Signup and view all the answers

In which modern-day country is the Fertile Crescent primarily located?

Iraq Signup and view all the answers

What significance did Hammurabi's Code have in ancient society?

It allowed for social order. Signup and view all the answers

What were Harappa and Mohenjo Daro known for?

They were two cities in the Indus Valley. Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the Buddha?

Siddhartha Gautama Signup and view all the answers

What was the first monotheistic religion of the eastern Mediterranean?

Judaism Signup and view all the answers

Five characteristics of civilization

Advanced technology, advanced cities, specialized jobs, complex religions, and advanced writing systems are the five characteristics that define a civilization.

Delta definition

A river's mouth where it deposits sediment into a larger body of water, creating a fan-shaped area.

Neolithic Period

A period in history characterized by the domestication of animals, farming, and permanent settlements.