Ancient civilizations and Empires Test Review

Reincarnation is an idea shared in both Hinduism and Buddhism

The Huang He ( Yellow) and Yangtze River valleys were first places of civilization in ancient China

Ancient figures such as Abraham and Moses are important in all 3 __________ religions?

Belief in many gods

Photographic symbols used as written language by ancient Egyptians:

What is the main text of Islam?

In Hinduism the release of the soul from the cycle of rebirth so that it may join Brahman is moksha

State of enlightenment or release from reincarnation, selflessness and desires in Buddhism

What ancient philosophy emphasizes social order, tradition and education?

Which civilization do historians not know much about to due being unable to decipher writing system?

How were Mesopotamia and Egypt similar?

Who was the founder of Buddhism?

Which is not one of 5 characteristics of a complex civilization?

What is the ancient civilization started along Indus River Valley?

When was the “golden age” of ancient India?

Ancient Chinese philosophy focusing on simple living and harmony with nature