The Rise of Civilizations

When Historians analyze historical sources, they consider (click all that apply):

• Who made the source - did they have an opinion or bias? Were they involved?

• What information does the source give? Is it the full story? Is it accurate?

• Why was the source made? Was it made to persuade people of a particular opinion?

• Was it made at the time? Or years later? Was the person there?

• Where was the source made? Was this place involved in the event?

A _______ source is anything that gives you direct evidence about the people, events, or phenomena that you are researching.

A __________ source is anything that describes, interprets, evaluates, or analyzes information from primary sources.

The theme of civilization that considers the social status of individuals and the rights, privileges, and duties granted to its citizens is:

• Justice

• Power

• Citizenship

• Environment

The theme of civilization that deals with leaders exerting control over society and nature is:

• Justice

• Power

• Citizenship

• Environment

The theme of civilization that looks at societal conditions where the rights of the individual and respect for rights of other is:

• Justice

• Power

• Citizenship

• Environment

The theme of civilization that considers man's role in his physical geography and his use of natural resources is:

• Justice

• Power

• Citizenship

• Environment

According to the writings of Isaac Watts, what is the ultimate authority when analyzing historical events in context?

Small relics and everyday objects that give historians an idea of life in past cultures are known as _________.

In 5-7 sentences, discuss how the rise of civilizations both contradicts and supports God's plans for humanity.