7 Questions
Which of the following continents is not mentioned in the text as having ancient civilizations?
Antarctica
Which region includes ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Israel?
Southwest Asia (Near East
Which ancient civilization is not mentioned as being part of Afro-Asiatic Africa?
Aztecs
Which of the following is not mentioned as a characteristic of ancient civilizations?
Fashion
Which ancient civilization is not mentioned as being part of South Asia?
Babylon
Which of the following is not mentioned as a well-known ancient civilization in Europe?
Egypt
Which ancient civilization is not mentioned as being part of Northern America?
Inca Empire
Study Notes
- Ancient history spans roughly 5,000 years from the beginning of recorded human history to late antiquity.
- It covers all continents inhabited by humans in the period 3000 BC – AD 500.
- Ancient history can be divided into different regions and civilizations, each with its own culture, politics, religion, art, literature, and achievements.
- Some of the most well-known ancient civilizations are in Southwest Asia (Near East), Afro-Asiatic Africa, South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, Northern America, South America, and Oceania.
- Southwest Asia includes ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Israel.
- Afro-Asiatic Africa includes ancient Nubia, Kush, Carthage, and Ethiopia.
- South Asia includes ancient India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.
- East Asia includes ancient China, Korea, and Japan.
- Europe includes ancient Greece, Rome, Celtic and Germanic tribes, and Greece's colonies and successors.
- Northern America includes ancient Mesoamerica and North America, while South America includes ancient Andean civilizations and Amazonia.
Test your knowledge of ancient history with this quiz! From Mesopotamia to Rome, and from Egypt to Japan, ancient civilizations spanned the globe and left a lasting impact on the world we know today. This quiz will challenge you to identify key facts and figures from different regions and cultures, covering everything from politics and religion to art and literature. Whether you're a history buff or just looking to learn something new, this quiz is the perfect way to explore the fascinating world of ancient history.
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