ARVs Quiz

What term refers to a complex society with advanced culture, technology, government, and social structure?

• Irrigation
• Civilization
• Agriculture
• Monsoon

Which answer best describes the concept of "cultural diffusion"

• The spread of cultural elements from one society to another
• The movement of goods within a civilization
• The seasonal winds in ancient river valleys
• The development of complex societies

How did irrigation contribute to the success of ancient river valley civilizations?

• It led to cultural diffusion
• It helped maintain the social class system
• It contributed to the growth of surplus (or lots) crops
• It was a form of cultural expression

Define "polytheism" and provide an example of a polytheistic ancient civilization.

• Belief in multiple gods; Ancient Mesopotamia
• Belief in one god; Ancient Egypt
• Belief in spirits; Ancient China
• Belief in nature; Ancient Greece

What role did the monsoon play in the development of the ancient Indus Valley civilization?

• It influenced the timing of agricultural activities
• It led to the creation of social classes
• It caused floods that eventually destroyed the civilization
• It introduced a new system of government

Explain the concept of "social class" and how it was structured in ancient river valley civilizations.

• A ranking of people in society based on factors like wealth and occupation
• A system of government in ancient civilizations
• The spread of cultural practices between civilizations
• A form of agriculture practiced in river valleys

What is the significance of a "dynasty" in the context of ancient civilizations?

• A religious belief in the afterlife
• A type of agriculture involving the cultivation of multiple crops
• A ruling family that holds power for several generations
• A system of trade between different civilizations

Define "export" and "import" in the context of trade among ancient civilizations.

• Export: Sending out goods; Import: Bringing in goods
• Export: Bringing in goods; Import: Sending out goods
• Export: Trading within a civilization; Import: Trading with foreign societies
• Export: Producing goods; Import: Consuming goods

How did the use of surplus crops impact the development of ancient civilizations?

• Surplus crops contributed to the spread of disease
• Surplus crops led to conflicts between civilizations
• Surplus crops were used for religious ceremonies
• Surplus crops enabled the growth of trade and job specialization

Compare and contrast a "monarchy" and a "dynasty" in terms of leadership and governance in ancient civilizations.

• A monarchy is a single ruler, while a dynasty is a ruling family over generations
• Both terms refer to the same type of government
• A dynasty involves multiple rulers, while a monarchy is ruled by religious leaders
• Monarchy and dynasty were economic systems in ancient civilizations