Ancient Civilizations Quiz
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Which civilization developed an efficient system of postal service?

  • Phoenicians
  • Greece
  • China (correct)
  • Egyptians
  • Which civilization is considered the birthplace of Western Civilization?

  • Egyptians
  • China
  • Phoenicians
  • Greece (correct)
  • What writing system did the Sumerians invent?

  • Hieroglyphics
  • Alphabet
  • Linear B
  • Cuneiform (correct)
  • Which civilization is most closely associated with the use of papyrus?

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

    Which Roman Emperor is credited with declaring religious toleration and stopping the persecution of Christians?

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

    Which of the following statements is NOT correct about ancient civilizations?

    <p>Most ancient civilizations were found in the southern hemisphere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a politico-religious creation of ancient Egyptian civilization?

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

    What was the body of government that headed the Roman Republic for one year?

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

    Which institution is NOT credited for contributing to the development of this textbook?

    <p>Gondar University</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided text, what is the ISBN number?

    <p>978-99990-0-064-2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these civilizations is NOT categorized under the 'Ancient Civilizations of Africa' section?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a civilization of Ancient Latin America?

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

    What is the main topic, that does not appear in the table of contents provided?

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

    Which of these is NOT specifically listed as an ancient civilization in Asia according to the table of contents?

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

    Which of these ancient civilizations is NOT mentioned in Latin America?

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

    Which of these is classified as part of the ancient civilizations of Europe?

    <p>Ancient Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first unit of the book mostly about?

    <p>The Discipline of History and Human Evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is printed at the end of the front page of the textbook, in regards to the production?

    <p>Printed by: Gravity Group Ind LLC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of history as a discipline?

    <p>It is a systematic and objective study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes historical interpretation?

    <p>The process of creating explanations of past events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a primary source of historical information?

    <p>A diary from the 1800s.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between primary and secondary sources?

    <p>Primary sources are contemporary to events, secondary sources are not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these would be considered a secondary source?

    <p>A movie based on a historic event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is critical evaluation of sources important in the study of history?

    <p>To determine the reliability and credibility of evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using primary sources in historical research?

    <p>To create direct relationships with the events under study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does objectivity play in historical writing?

    <p>It is an ideal that historians strive for, but can be difficult in practice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the earliest states known as?

    <p>Theocratic states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is considered to have attained higher status due to wealth?

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

    What was a major reason for the emergence of states according to some theories?

    <p>Control over trade and trade routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did village chiefs play in the emergence of states?

    <p>Controlling trade and collecting tributes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following might have contributed to conflicts leading to state formation?

    <p>Small villages combining under powerful chiefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is 'prehistory' defined?

    <p>The long period before writing was invented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were early states primarily ruled before the emergence of village chiefs?

    <p>By priests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might have led to the change from priestly rule to control by village chiefs?

    <p>Emergence of markets and economic control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species is considered the oldest human being known to exist?

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

    What characteristic is primarily associated with all hominids?

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

    Which species was the first to leave Africa and migrate to Europe and Asia?

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

    What is the significance of the fossil known as Lucy?

    <p>It is the oldest human skeleton found.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major advancement is associated with Homo erectus?

    <p>Mastering fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the earliest hominid fossil discovered?

    <p>Middle Awash, Ethiopia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a species within the genus Homo?

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

    How long ago did Homo erectus emerge?

    <p>2 million years ago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language in Ethiopia is noted as having disappeared?

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

    What is a distinctive characteristic of indigenous religions in Ethiopia?

    <p>They are practiced only within a given culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major religion practiced in Ethiopia?

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

    What role did priests play in indigenous religions in Ethiopia?

    <p>They conducted prayers and offered sacrifices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes languages that are at risk of disappearing?

    <p>Endangered languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is NOT essential for understanding cultural diversity in relation to language?

    <p>Adaptation to modern technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT contribute to the decline of a language?

    <p>Government support for the language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common practice among followers of indigenous religions regarding their ancestors?

    <p>They show special reverence and honor them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Textbook Information

    • Ethiopian Grade 9 History Student Textbook
    • ISBN 978-99990-0-064-2
    • Published August 2023 by the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ministry of Education
    • Supported by the World Bank, UK's Department for International Development/DFID-FCDO, Finland, Norway, UNICEF, GPE, and Danish Ministry

    Textbook Content Overview

    • Divided into units covering prehistory, ancient world civilizations, Ethiopian and Horn of Africa, the Middle Ages and Early Modern World
    • Includes topics on prehistory, human evolution, ancient civilizations of Africa (Egypt, Nubia), Asia (Mesopotamia, Persia, India, China), Latin America (Maya, Inca, Aztecs), Europe (Greece, Rome), the rise and spread of Christianity, and Ethiopian history up to the 13th century, including languages, religions, and ancient states.
    • Discusses the contributions of ancient civilizations to modern society and analyzes the role of history in the present
    • Explains the methodology of studying history, including historiography, sources, and dating
    • Includes activities for students, such as brainstorming exercises, case studies, and map drawing exercises.
    • Provides summaries at the end of each unit for review.
    • Contains illustrations, maps, and charts to aid understanding.

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