Social Science Semester 1 Review

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How did researchers learn about history before writing was invented?

Back

Through cave paintings, oral traditions and storytelling

Front

How did the average person live before farming was invented?

Back

Hunter-gatherers or foraging

Front

What is the difference between sedentary and nomadic humans?

Back

Sedentary refers to staying in one place, while nomadic refers to moving from place to place.

Front

What were the nearby water sources of Mesopotamia and how were they used?

Back

Tigris and Euphrates rivers, used for irrigation, transportation, and drinking.

Front

What are some causes of death after farming was invented?

Back

Famine, diseases, and conflicts

Front

Egypt is home to which of the following rivers?

Back

Nile River

Front

Do people on Earth see the same phase of the moon on any given day?

Back

Yes, however the northern and southern hemispheres see an upside-down version.

Front

How many days does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle?

Back

29.5 days

Front

Which of the following is a phase of the moon? Fall Break, Big Moon, Lunar Efficiency

Back

First quarter

Front

What are the 3 major monotheistic (belief in a singular God) religions?

Back

Judaism, Christianity, and Islam