Ancient Civilizations

What did Hammurabi’s Code provide for the Mesopotamians? 

• A religious system
• An economic system
• A legal system
• A writing system

Which of the following did ancient Egypt have in common with Sumer?

• Both were theocracies

• Both depended on the desert for protection

• Both used hieroglyphics

• Both used a 60-minute hour and 60-second minute

Which of the following were South Asia’s first cities? 

• Indus and Alladino
• Harappa and Mohenjo Daro
• Harappa and Lothan
• Alladino and Somnath

On which continent did early people probably first appear?

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

• Australia

Which era in history is described by a time in history when primary tools and utensils were made of stone and people were nomads?

• Bronze Age

• Neolithic Era

• Paleolithic Era

• Agricultural Revolution

Which of the following were early crops that were grown during the Agricultural Revolution?

• Rice

• Barley

• Wheat

• All of the above

The development of agriculture meant that

• Early people had to become nomads

• There was no longer a need for water

• Crops could be grown in the tundra

• People had a reliable food source

With the development of agriculture

• Everyone kept hunting

• Some people stayed in year round villages

• Everyone remained in the same place

• People became more alike

The Nile River was essential to the growth and development of ancient Egypt because

• It created fertile land in an otherwise barren desert

• It provided a method of transportation

• It provided natural resources that were useful for building

• All the above

Which person controlled the economy, religion, and government of Ancient Egypt?

• Pharaoh

• Nomark

• Noble

• The Army