World History Quiz: Neolithic to Ancient Egypt
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What was the primary significance of the Neolithic Revolution?

  • Development of writing systems
  • Introduction of urbanization
  • Formation of complex institutions
  • Beginnings of farming (correct)

What is Hammurabi's Code best described as?

  • A religious text
  • A single code of laws (correct)
  • A collection of artistic works
  • A historical narrative

Which of the following best describes the term polytheism?

  • Adherence to philosophical doctrines
  • Worship of a single deity
  • Belief in multiple gods (correct)
  • Practices of ancestor worship

Which of the following is a characteristic of civilization?

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What geographic feature significantly contributed to the success of ancient Egypt?

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Flashcards

Who was Lucy?

A complete skeleton of a 3.5 million year old woman found in Ethiopia.

What was the Neolithic Revolution?

A major change in human life caused by the beginnings of farming.

What is the Fertile Crescent?

An arc of land between the Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean Sea in Southwest Asia, that was curved shaped and had the best farming.

What is Mummification?

Embalming and drying the corpse to prevent it from decaying. The purpose was so the soul could return to it later.

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What is Cuneiform?

A system of writing also meaning "wedge shaped".

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