Ancient Civilizations

What is the main subject of the text on Ancient China?

• The geography of ancient China

• The economy of ancient China

• The myths, innovations, and culture of ancient China

• The military conquests of ancient China

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 What does the dragon symbolize in Chinese mythology?

• Wisdom and power

•  Mischievousness and trickery

•  Mischievousness and trickery

• Courage and bravery

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What are some of the innovations developed by the ancient Chinese?

•  Rockets, airplanes, and submarines

• Paper, the compass, and gunpowder

• Electricity, the telephone, and the internet

• Cars, trains, and airplanes

 What is one aspect of Chinese culture mentioned in the text?

• Advanced military tactics

• Skilled architecture

• A tradition of music and poetry

• A focus on individualism

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What is the purpose of learning about the ancient Chinese civilization?

• To understand and appreciate their legacy and contributions to the world

•  To criticize and condemn their cultural practices

• To compare and contrast their civilization with other ancient civilizations

• To predict the future of global economics

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 What was the purpose of ancient Greek myths?

•  To entertain people 

• To explain natural phenomena 

• To promote religious beliefs

• To teach people how to farm

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What was one of the most impressive inventions of ancient Greece?

• The telephone

• The car

• The Olympic Games

• The internet

What did ancient Greeks value?

• Ignorance

• Money

• Education

• Being alone

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 What was the role of theater in ancient Greek society?

• To provide entertainment 

•  To help people relax

• To teach people how to act 

• To show important themes like love and justice

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How did ancient Greeks take care of each other?

• By ignoring each other 

• By competing against each other

• By sharing meals 

• By attacking each other

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