SS Final Review

the time before writing developed

Which type of government is defined as by the people for the people?

What did farming lead to?

When there is a surplus, what can occur?

Civilizations have all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

In Roman times, what established a set of laws?

The Nile flooded yearly. What did it leave behind to fertilize the land?

A ______ is an organization of society by levels or classes of people.

Sports, music, language, fashion and foods are examples of elements of

Due to the agricultural revolution,

The Rosetta Stone allowed historians to finally decipher

The purpose of the ______________ was to preserve the mummies of ancient pharaohs.

The Greeks were _______ and had many festivals and built temples to honor their gods.

Where did many of the ancient civilizations settle?

Which type of government did the Ancient Romans have?

rebirth

_______ provided the Egyptians with a way to record history and keep track of important records.

An individual has rights and responsibilities in a society.

______ is important because it helps keep peace and maintain order.

Why did separate city states develop in Ancient Greece?

In Ancient Greece, this civilization focused on learning and democracy.

Which era was characterized by the shift from hunting to agriculture and raising cattle?

What was the economic system of Egypt based on?

Mountains, hills and deserts are important geographic features because they provide

Why was it so important that the Nile River flooded yearly?

What does a surplus of food lead to....

Which island was the focus of the fight during the 1st of the Punic Wars?

What was the government of Athens in ancient Greece?

Which religion began in India and the Vedas are considered holy writings?

_____ were an important innovation because they improved travel.

The ancient Greeks made a living

____________________ is all of the elements that make up a society and how the people live.

Primary or secondary sources?  encyclopedia, textbook

Name a major development in the Neolithic Age.

__________ felt that all citizens should participate in government affairs.

Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics/Government, Economy,Social Structure...all elements of_____________

Prehistory is the time 

Which scientist examines artifacts and analyzes carbon dating test results?

______'s location made it easy to trade/travel, but the mountains also provided protection.

Which religion? the Vedas and worshipped many gods

A type of government where a small group of rich men were in charge.

Why did the ancient Egyptians settle around the Nile River?

A surplus is a(n)

polytheism

Name a major development in the Paleolithic Age.

Primary or secondary sources?  diary entry, cave painting, clay pots

What is an example of a natural resource?

In ancient Greece, this civilization focused on war and strength.

system of channels and ditches that allowed water to be transported from the Nile to crops

This scientist studies culture and oral histories often through interviewing people and visiting villages.

What is the significance of the 12 Tables (ancient Rome)?

A government run by a small, select group of people

Nomads

the government of Rome (elected leaders)

The movement between social classes is known as

Hieroglyphics were used in ancient Egypt for