Classical Civilizations Unit 3 Flashcards
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What is a classical civilization?

  • A very highly organized civilization (correct)
  • A civilization without any contributions
  • A civilization that has no influence on today's society
  • A civilization that is only organized in a local area

    • What were the contributions of the Maurya Empire?

    Bureaucracy and centralized government

    Define bureaucracy.

    A system that runs a government

    What is a centralized government?

    <p>All cities report to one location and all laws come from one location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List some contributions of the Han Dynasty.

    <p>Paper, wheelbarrow, rudder, acupuncture, Great Wall of China, silk, civil service system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Great Wall of China?

    <p>Built by the Han Dynasty to keep out invading armies from the north</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Silk Road?

    <p>Created for the trade product of silk and connected China with the Middle East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a civil service system?

    <p>A person must pass a civil service test to get a government job, based on the teachings of Confucius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Dynasty System?

    <p>A line of ruling families in China, each claiming the Mandate of Heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the Mandate of Heaven.

    <p>The belief that families are given the right to rule by the gods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are city-states?

    <p>Greece is made up of mountainous islands, so no centralized government; a city-state consists of a city and the immediate surrounding land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were Greece's two main city-states?

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

    What type of government did Athens have?

    <p>Direct democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the society of Athens.

    <p>Educated, intellectual, good relations with other city-states, cultural center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of government did Sparta have?

    <p>Monarchy with two kings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe Sparta's society.

    <p>War-like, community of warriors, poor relations with other city-states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Alexander the Great?

    <p>From Greece; took over the then known world of Egypt, Persia, and India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hellenistic Culture?

    <p>A blend of Greek, Egyptian, Persian, and Indian culture created by Alexander the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List some contributions of Greece.

    <p>Architecture, philosophy, democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Greek architecture known for?

    <p>Columns for support, straight lines and basic shapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define philosophy.

    <p>Science of thinking about difficult and important issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle?

    <p>The greatest philosophers of Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is democracy?

    <p>A type of government where citizens help decide important issues; created in Athens, Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe Rome's geographical location.

    <p>Surrounds the Mediterranean Sea, united Europe with the Middle East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Caesar' refer to?

    <p>Name for rulers in Rome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a republic?

    <p>A government where citizens elect representatives to decide on important issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the development path of the Roman Empire?

    <p>Started as a monarchy, then a republic, and then an empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Pax Romana?

    <p>Roman Peace; began by Augustus Caesar; 200 years of peace and prosperity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List some contributions of the Roman Empire.

    <p>Literature, engineering, architecture, aqueducts, roads, laws, Latin language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Roman architecture differ from Greek architecture?

    <p>Copied the Greeks and added round shapes (arch and dome)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are aqueducts?

    <p>Structures that carry fresh water from the mountains to the cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Roman Laws?

    <p>Twelve Tables, applied to all people within the empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the language of the Roman Empire?

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

    How do classical empires fall apart?

    <p>People become corrupt and lazy, empire becomes too big to manage, foreign invasions, taxes get too high</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are contemporary democratic governments rooted in classical civilizations?

    <p>Maurya- centralized government and bureaucracy; Han- civil service system; Greece- democracy; Rome- laws and republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Classical Civilization

    • Highly organized societies forming the foundation of modern civilizations.

    Contributions of the Maurya Empire

    • Established a bureaucracy and a centralized government for effective governance.

    Bureaucracy

    • A system designed to administer and run government operations.

    Centralized Government

    • Jurisdiction concentrated in one location, directing laws and policies from that center.

    Contributions of the Han Dynasty

    • Innovations included paper, wheelbarrows, rudders, acupuncture, the Great Wall of China, silk production, and a civil service system.

    Great Wall of China

    • Constructed by the Han Dynasty primarily to defend against northern invasions.

    Silk Road

    • Trade route established for silk commerce, connecting China to the Middle East.

    Civil Service System

    • Required candidates to pass examinations based on Confucian teachings to secure government positions.

    Dynasty System

    • Series of ruling families in China, each claiming the Mandate of Heaven to justify their rule.

    Mandate of Heaven

    • A divine right belief where ruling families are believed to be granted authority by the gods.

    City-States

    • Greece was divided into city-states due to its mountainous geography; each city-state consisted of an urban center and surrounding territory.

    Greece's Two Main City-States

    • Athens, known for its focus on education and culture.
    • Sparta, recognized for its militaristic society and governance.

    Athens Government Type

    • Practiced direct democracy, allowing male citizens to vote on issues directly.

    Athens Society

    • Emphasized education, cultural growth, and fostering good relationships with other city-states.

    Sparta's Type of Government

    • Operated under a monarchy with two kings governing together.

    Sparta's Society

    • Militaristic and warrior-focused, leading to poor trade relations and a challenging lifestyle.

    Alexander the Great

    • Conquered vast territories including Egypt, Persia, and India, significantly influencing world history.

    Hellenistic Culture

    • A cultural blend resulting from Alexander’s conquests, merging Greek, Egyptian, Persian, and Indian influences.

    Contributions of Greece

    • Notable advancements in architecture, philosophy, and the establishment of democratic ideals.

    Greek Architecture

    • Characterized as "classical," featuring columns, straight lines, and geometric shapes.

    Philosophy

    • Exploration of fundamental and significant ideas about existence and morality.

    Great Greek Philosophers

    • Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle shaped Western philosophical thought.

    Democracy in Greece

    • A system where citizens actively participated in decision-making, originated in Athens.

    Rome's Geographical Significance

    • Positioned around the Mediterranean Sea, facilitating connections between Europe and the Middle East.

    The Term "Caesar"

    • Title used for rulers in Rome, indicating imperial authority.

    Roman Republic

    • Government form where citizens elected representatives to make policy decisions.

    Development of the Roman Empire

    • Transitioned from a monarchy to a republic and ultimately became an empire dominated by Caesars.

    Pax Romana

    • Era of peace brought about by Augustus Caesar, lasting for approximately 200 years, marking a "Golden Age."

    Contributions of the Roman Empire

    • Influential in literature, engineering, architecture (including aqueducts), lawmaking, and the Latin language.

    Roman Architecture

    • Heavily influenced by Greek style, with the addition of arches and domes.

    Aqueducts in Rome

    • Ingenious structures designed to transport fresh water from distant sources to urban areas.

    Roman Laws

    • The Twelve Tables established foundational legal principles, later influencing modern legal systems.

    Latin Language

    • Used across the Roman Empire, facilitating communication and cultural exchange.

    Factors Leading to the Fall of Classical Empires

    • Corruption, inability to manage large territories, foreign invasions, and excessive taxation contributed to decline.

    Contemporary Democratic Governments

    • Influenced by classical civilizations: Maurya's centralized governance, Han's civil service, Greece's democracy, and Rome's legal system and republic framework.

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