Ancient Civilizations Flashcard Review

This ancient civilization used hieroglyphics and were known for their pyramids.

This ancient civilization is the model that we use for the Olympic games today.

A method of writing used in Mesopotamia that placed symbols on clay.

Rivers were essential to the growth of ancient societies providing basic needs, water supply, replenishment of soils and a network of trade routes on the river.

Religions that worship more than one god are called what?

The major river of ancient Egypt used for farming and trade was the

Who is featured here atop the stele of laws that they enacted?

Which of the following is NOT true of Hammurabi's laws? It covered many aspects of Babylonian life, not just crimes. It was used by many later civilizations as a model. The laws are written in stone. It treated all people the same under the law.

Locate the Mesopotamians on the map.

Mesopotamia lies between these two rivers?