6th Grade Social Studies REVIEW

Which of these is the form of pictorial writing used by ancient Egyptians?

Archaeologists in China discovered old animal bones with Chinese writing on them. What are they

Which of the following was not a reason why early populations settled in river valleys?

What is the purpose of a map scale?

Which of these Middle Eastern cities is considered holy to Jews, Muslims, and Christians?

I examine artifacts to draw conclusions about past human life and culture. What is my job?

What was Alexander the Great so great at?

Which of these statements is true about the Dark Ages in western Europe?

Which of the following is the work of archaeologists?

In a barter economy

Which of these is the best definition of culture?

What was the role of the vassal in the feudal system society?

Which is NOT a characteristic of the geography of India?

Which of these titles is an epic poem about a soldier's adventurous journey home after fighting

What key areas were connected by the Silk Route?

What major body of water supported trade routes of Africa, Greece and Asia?

Which of these map elements is the arrow pointing to?

A physical map would be most useful for learning about

This landform is a dry, often sandy region with little rainfall and sparse vegetation.

What was the period called when there was a new interest in classical Greece and Rome?

In which government does the ruler inherit his or her position and remain in power for life?

Pharoahs had pyramids built to

In ancient India's caste system, which social class was above all others?

Which of the following people study the physical nature of the earth and the earth's structure?