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Which of the following is NOT one of the five characteristics of early civilizations?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five characteristics of early civilizations?
- Record keeping
- Complex institutions
- Advanced cities
- Extensive warfare (correct)
What climatic factor contributed to the agricultural productivity of the Fertile Crescent in the past?
What climatic factor contributed to the agricultural productivity of the Fertile Crescent in the past?
- Extreme temperatures
- Frequent storms
- Constant rainfall year-round
- Moderate agriculturally productive climate (correct)
What role did rivers play in the development of early civilizations?
What role did rivers play in the development of early civilizations?
- They isolated civilizations from one another
- They were primarily used as dumping grounds
- They limited access to resources
- They facilitated trade and provided irrigation (correct)
Which of the following civilizations is NOT mentioned as being near a river valley?
Which of the following civilizations is NOT mentioned as being near a river valley?
What was one geographical challenge faced by early civilizations in Mesopotamia?
What was one geographical challenge faced by early civilizations in Mesopotamia?
The Tigris and Euphrates rivers are primarily associated with which early civilization?
The Tigris and Euphrates rivers are primarily associated with which early civilization?
What problem did the Sumerian villages face regarding their natural resources?
What problem did the Sumerian villages face regarding their natural resources?
Which factor did not contribute positively to the settlement of early civilizations near river valleys?
Which factor did not contribute positively to the settlement of early civilizations near river valleys?
Flashcards
Geographical Context of Civilization
Geographical Context of Civilization
The physical environment and resources which influenced the development of early settlements and civilizations.
Fertile Crescent
Fertile Crescent
A crescent-shaped area of fertile land with a moderate climate, important for early agriculture in Mesopotamia and the Nile valley.
River Valleys and Civilization
River Valleys and Civilization
Early civilizations often developed near rivers due to readily available water for drinking, irrigation, and transportation.
Civilization Characteristics
Civilization Characteristics
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Geographical Challenges
Geographical Challenges
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Tigris-Euphrates River System
Tigris-Euphrates River System
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Indus River Valley
Indus River Valley
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Early Civilizations
Early Civilizations
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Study Notes
Geographical Context of Early Civilizations
- Early civilizations developed near rivers like the Tigris, Euphrates, Indus, and Nile.
- The fertile land near these rivers was ideal for farming.
- Rivers also offered a source of water for drinking and irrigation.
- Rivers facilitated trade.
- Water from the rivers deposited minerals on the land, making it suitable for farming.
- The consistent supply of water made the land fertile.
Characteristics of Civilizations
- Civilizations are characterized by:
- Advanced cities
- Specialized workers
- Complex institutions
- Record-keeping
- Advanced technology
Challenges of Early Civilizations
- Unpredictable flooding
- Limited natural resources
- Lack of natural barriers for protection
Factors Leading to Civilization Formation
- Trading: different inventions helped obtain needed materials.
- Social hierarchy: laws and rules guided civilization conduct.
Collective Learning
- Collective learning is the ability of humans to store information and share it with future generations.
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