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What is the term for a sign that represents a sound or a syllable of spoken language, forming the basis of writing systems?
Which culture is NOT listed as one of the four that independently developed written language?
What was the basis for the Arabic, Hebrew, and Greek alphabets?
What is the term for a sign representing a spoken word, which no longer has a physical resemblance to the word's meaning?
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What did written records provide for preliterate cultures?
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What are the three important characteristics of preliterate civilization according to Lindberg?
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What is animism in preliterate civilization?
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What is the limitation of knowledge transmission in preliterate civilization?
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What is the purpose of myths and stories in preliterate civilization?
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What is the difference between practical and theoretical knowledge in preliterate civilization?
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Study Notes
Writing Systems
- A sign that represents a sound or a syllable of spoken language is called a phonogram or grapheme.
- Four cultures that independently developed written language are: Sumerians, Egyptians, Harappans, and Mayans. The Chinese culture is not listed as one of the four.
Alphabets
- The basis for the Arabic, Hebrew, and Greek alphabets is the Phoenician alphabet.
Symbols and Signs
- A sign representing a spoken word, which no longer has a physical resemblance to the word's meaning, is called a logogram.
Written Records
- Written records provided a means of preserving and transmitting knowledge, cultural values, and history for preliterate cultures.
Preliterate Civilization
- Three important characteristics of preliterate civilization according to Lindberg are: oral tradition, small-scale societies, and a lack of written records.
- Animism in preliterate civilization refers to the belief that all objects, animals, and natural elements possess a spiritual essence or soul.
- The limitation of knowledge transmission in preliterate civilization is that it relies on oral tradition, which is prone to errors and loss of information over time.
- The purpose of myths and stories in preliterate civilization is to convey cultural values, beliefs, and historical events.
- In preliterate civilization, practical knowledge refers to skills and techniques learned through experience, while theoretical knowledge refers to explanations and understanding of the world.
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Test your knowledge about preliterate culture with this quiz on the invention of writing. Learn about the three important characteristics of preliterate civilizations, including their practical knowledge, fluidity of knowledge, and reliance on oral tradition. Challenge yourself to see how much you know about these early societies before the advent of writing.
