Ancient Civilizations Review

What belief system is considered to be monotheistic?

Which of the following had a rigid social structure/hierarchy

This term means one’s level in society. It is typically broken down into 3 groups

Epic of Giglamesh, the Minotaur, and Story of Re are examples of mythology

True or False: Priests had a lot of influence in early civilizations.

the belief in many gods

________ are the core of the Buddhist teachings and focus on suffering and overcoming desiress

Priests were considered to be elite because they communicated with and assisted with the gods.

In Hinduism, ________ is the eternal being that created and preserves the world.

Based on the information above, which statement about the society of ancient Egypt is true?

What social class made up the largest section of society?

Social groups develop due to ____________ of labor.

In India, your ________ would determine who you would marry, your job, and your rights.

The Torah, Qu'ran, Four Noble Truths, and the Vedas & Upanishads are examples of:

This term means a system of people ranked above one another.

Which statement about the Hindu caste system is true

The ______ did not belong to a caste and could only perform jobs no one wanted.

Reincarnation is an important part of what religion

In India, Sudras were ______________.

The ultimate goal for Hindus is ________________.

Who was at the top of Egypt's social hierarchy?

What major geographical feature do the above civilizations have in common?

True or False: The Middle Way is all about living in excess or an extreme life style

True or False: Laws were equal for ALL people under Hammurabi's code

In Buddhism, those who follow the Eightfold Path and the Middle Way can reach