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# Questions and Answers about Ancient Civilizations **Question 31:** Why is the aqueduct important to the Roman civilization? **Answer:** To provide a reliable water supply to cities. **Question 32:** If you were a Mayan farmer, how would you use their roads and waterways? **Answer:** To transp...

# Questions and Answers about Ancient Civilizations **Question 31:** Why is the aqueduct important to the Roman civilization? **Answer:** To provide a reliable water supply to cities. **Question 32:** If you were a Mayan farmer, how would you use their roads and waterways? **Answer:** To transport goods to market more easily. **Question 33:** What was the main purpose of the Chinampas, an Aztec agricultural technique? **Answer:** To increase food production in limited spaces. **Question 34:** What similarity exists between Aztec and Inca agricultural practices? **Answer:** Both focused on maximizing food production in challenging environments. **Question 35:** Why was trade important to Ghana, Mali, and Songhai? **Answer:** Their trade networks helped supply the necessary resources that were lacking in the region. **Question 36:** Which aspect of classical civilizations is most important and why? **Answer:** The text asks you to select the most important contribution from Classical civilizations. No single answer is given in response to this question **Question 37:** Who unified Christianity throughout the Roman Empire? **Answer:** Constantine the Great. **Question 38:** What is the meaning of the word "crusade" in Latin? **Answer:** The Latin word "cruz" means cross. **Question 39:** What was the role of monks in medieval times? **Answer:** The text asks what the most important role of monks was in medieval times but no single answer is given. **Question 40:** How did the fall of the Roman Empire affect Europe? **Answer:** It led to the rise of barbarian power. **Question 41:** Is disagreement between Roman Consuls harmful to the Republic? **Answer:** No, as long as they don't hinder their duties. **Question 42:** How can a Roman Emperor maintain power and control over the empire? **Answer:** By understanding and responding to the needs of the people. **Question 43:** What was the main economic activity in Mesoamerica? **Answer:** Agriculture. **Question 44:** What Aztec agricultural innovation boosted productivity? **Answer:** Chinampas (floating gardens). **Question 45:** How would a Mayan farmer utilize religious beliefs in their agriculture? **Answer:** To ensure good harvests, they would offer prayers and sacrifices. **Question 46:** How could a leader use a pyramid for political reasons? **Answer:** To demonstrate power and authority to the population. **Question 47:** What architectural similarity can be found between the Inca and Aztec civilizations? **Answer:** Both civilizations built aqueducts and irrigation systems. **Question 48:** What is the likely cause behind the decline of ancient civilizations? **Answer:** The more technologically advanced civilizations often conquered the less advanced ones. **Question 49:** What action can strengthen a civilization's longevity? **Answer:** To enhance trade to supply needed resources **Question 50:** What were the written laws of the Roman state called? **Answer:** The Twelve Tables.