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Which of the following is NOT a trait of a civilization?
Which of the following is NOT a trait of a civilization?
The development of agriculture is seen as a foundational element in the rise of civilizations.
The development of agriculture is seen as a foundational element in the rise of civilizations.
True (A)
Explain why the development of specialized workers was crucial for civilizations to thrive.
Explain why the development of specialized workers was crucial for civilizations to thrive.
Specialized workers were essential as civilizations grew in complexity. People focusing on specific tasks like farming, craftmaking, or governing led to increased efficiency and production, allowing societies to flourish.
Civilizations developed ______ systems to keep track of important information.
Civilizations developed ______ systems to keep track of important information.
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Match each trait of a civilization with its corresponding description:
Match each trait of a civilization with its corresponding description:
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What is one example of advanced technology that helped contribute to the development of civilizations?
What is one example of advanced technology that helped contribute to the development of civilizations?
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The growth of cities was a necessary step in the formation of civilizations.
The growth of cities was a necessary step in the formation of civilizations.
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How did civilizations differ from the simpler communities that came before them?
How did civilizations differ from the simpler communities that came before them?
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Flashcards
Civilization
Civilization
A complex community with advanced cities and specialized workers.
Advanced Cities
Advanced Cities
Large cities with trade, temples, and specialized populations.
Specialized Workers
Specialized Workers
Individuals trained in specific trades or crafts within a civilization.
Complex Institutions
Complex Institutions
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Record Keeping
Record Keeping
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Advanced Technologies
Advanced Technologies
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Surplus in Farming
Surplus in Farming
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Population Growth in Villages
Population Growth in Villages
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Study Notes
What is a Civilization?
- Success in agriculture led to villages.
- Surplus crops and trade led to more specialized workers.
- Communities became more complex.
- Governments were formed to solve conflicts.
- Villages grew into cities, then civilizations.
Civilizations - 5 Traits
- Advanced Cities: Large populations, specialized labor, and centers of trade and commerce.
- Specialized Workers: Different people specialize in specific jobs (artisans, builders, etc.).
- Complex Institutions: Organized systems like governments, religions (temples), military, and schools were formed for social order and structure.
- Record Keeping: Civilizations tracked important data (crop yields, etc) using various methods, like written records or tally sticks.
- Advanced Technologies: Innovations like irrigation systems expanded agricultural production and allowed for more food.
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Description
Explore the fundamental aspects of civilizations and their development. This quiz covers key traits such as advanced cities, specialized workers, and complex institutions that define a civilization. Test your understanding of how agriculture and trade contributed to the growth of communities into organized societies.
