Ancient Societies and Networks

What were two main occupations (jobs) of people in prehistoric times?

• Mining and crafting

• Fishing and hunting

• Trading and fishing

• Farming and herding

How did societies in prehistoric times adopt new ideas and inventions?

• Through exchange between societies

• Through individual creativity

• Through government regulations

• Through random chance

What is an empire?

• A small village with its own government

• A group of different communities ruled by one government

• A network of cities connected by trade routes

• A religious belief system

What were some challenges faced by people living in empires?

• Peace and prosperity

• Equality and leisure

• Limited resources and isolation

• Inequality and hard work

What were the three types of networks that developed in ancient times?

• Village, metropolitan, and long-distance networks

• Local, regional, and global networks

• Trade, religious, and cultural networks

• Horse, camel, and ship networks

Which trade route connected Rome and China?

• The Trans-Saharan Trade Route

• The Spice Route

• The Silk Road

• The Mediterranean Trade Route

What was the most important development of the ancient world?

• Religion

• Agriculture

• Writing

• Trade

Who benefited from (got good things from) the wealth and privileges in ancient societies?

• The rulers

• The common people

• The religious leaders

• The elites

What was the purpose of writing in ancient times?

• To record information about trade and food supply

• To entertain people with stories and myths

• To communicate with animals and nature

• To create artwork and sculptures

What were the most important connections for most people in ancient times?

• Global connections

• Local connections

• Religious connections

• Trade connections