Classical Civilizations Review Sheet PDF
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This document is a review sheet for classical civilizations, covering China, India, Persia, and Greece. It includes key questions and topics for study.
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ame: ___________________________ N ate:____________________ D Ms Davis Test Date: _________ Classical Civilizations (China, India, Persia & Greece) Review Sheet Key Questions H ow did city-states like Athens view W hat achievements are associated with citizen participation? the Maurya and Gupta Empires? How did ancient Greek democracy What was a significant achievement differ from modern American under Chandragupta Maurya? democracy? How was Ashoka's leadership different What were the goals and features of from his grandfather (Chandragupta I)? Spartan life? What advancements were made during How did the role of Spartan women the Gupta Empire’s Golden Age? differ from that of Athenian women? What beliefs are shared and differ What were the features of the Greek between Hinduism and Buddhism? Golden Age? What was the historical context for the How is classical Greek sculpture distinct development of new philosophies in in terms of subject matter? China? What were the main causes of the Which philosopher’s teachings Greco-Persian Wars? influenced Han & Qin policies, Why did Greek city-states unite against respectively? Persia? What are the values and key ideas of How did the Persian Empire promote Confucianism? unity throughout their territory? Why did Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi How did the Persian Empire view adopt Legalist principles? foreign customs? How did the Han Dynasty develop a Who fought in the Peloponnesian War, centralized government? and why? What was the purpose of the Silk Road, What were the effects of the and how did it impact China? Peloponnesian War? How did Greece’s geography influence Why was the Delian League the development of city-states? established? What was the primary purpose of myth What was Alexander the Great’s most in ancient cultures? lasting achievement? What is an oligarchy, and where was it Why did Alexander's troops stop used in ancient Greece? advancing? What were the main features of How did Alexander’s conquests lead to Athenian democracy? cultural diffusion? What were the responsibilities of citizens and noncitizens in Athens? Key Terms/People Philosophies: Legalism, Confucianism, Daoism Philosophers/Leaders: Confucius, Laozi, Han Fei, ShiHuangdi, Pericles, Alexander the Great Trade and Routes: Silk Road, Royal Road Empires/Dynasties: Han Dynasty, Persian Empire, MauryaEmpire, Gupta Empire Greek City-States: Athens, Sparta Governments: Democracy, Oligarchy, Polis Wars/Conflicts: Persian Wars, Peloponnesian War Notable Terms: civil service exam, Hellenistic civilization,cultural diffusion, Golden Age Cultural Concepts: Greek mythology, classical sculpture,myths
