The First Civilization

Which of the following is NOT an important characteristic of a civilization

• Geography
• Religion
• Food
• Achievements

Which of the following is NOT an important characteristic of a civilization? 

• Social Structure
• Transportation
• Achievements
• Economics

As communities grew bigger, many people became _______, or laborers who use a specific skill to create a craft. 

• Rulers
• Artisans
• Nomads

The domestication of animals changed society because

• Animals could work more efficiently and quickly than humans 
• Animals could work for longer periods than humans
• All of the above

The area between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers was called

• The Nile Delta
• The Fertile Crescent 
• The Sacred Land

Which factor contributed most to the development of cities?

• Trade between civilizations
• Creation of surplus food supplies from agriculture
• Domestication of animals.

An independent state made up of a city and the surrounding lands it controls is called a 

• Nation
• Empire
• City-State

What is a civilization?

• the society, culture, and way of life of a particular area

• a group of performers

• a group that includes animals

• the society and culture of performers and animals

Fertile Crescent is known as

• the area of land between North and South America and called "The Mother of all Land."

• "The Heart of the Civilization."

• the area of land between Tigris and Euphrates River also called "The Cradle of Civilization."

• "The Mother of the World."

A dictator is

• a political leader who possesses absolute power.

• a political leader that is elected by the citizens of the state.

• a political leader that is known as a senator or representative.

• a political leader that is known for their bravery and determination.