Characteristics of Civilization

The pyramids of Giza, in Egypt, are an example of:

• Networks of Trade

• Monumental Building

• Cities

• The State

Some people had more power and influence than others in Ancient Egypt. What characteristic of civilization focuses on rank or status in society?

• Specialization

• Spiritual Beliefs

• The State

• Social Hierarchy

King Hammurabi of Babylon (Mesopotamia) created 282 laws to govern his territory.

• The State

• Networks of Trade

• Monumental Building

• Technology

To be considered a civilization, cities should have at least:

• 10,000 people

• 30,000 people

• 50,000 people

• 100,000 people

This Chinese artifact is an example of:

• Networks of Trade

• Spiritual Beliefs and Laws

• Writing

• Monumental Building

The ancient Egyptians believed that when you died, your body must be preserved so your soul could enjoy the afterlife. This is an example of:

• Spiritual Beliefs and Laws

• Specialization

• Monumental Building

• Techology

This Sumerian plow from Mesopotamia is an example of:

• The State

• Social Hierarchy

• Network of Trade

• Technology

This Indus River token was found in Mesopotamia, thousands of miles away. This shows evidence of:

• The State

• Networks of Trade

• Writing

• Spiritual Beliefs and Laws

This pottery from the Indus River Civilization illustrates:

• The State

• Specialization

• Networks of Trade

• Monumental Building

The first civilizations ALL developed in river valleys.

• True

• False