Features of Civilization

What is a civilization?

• A culture and way of life with specific characteristics

• A group of people living in a city

• A system of government

• A type of religion

What helped the first civilizations to thrive?

• Rich and fertile farmlands

• Advanced technology

• Strong military forces

• Trade with other civilizations

What was the impact of agriculture on population?

• Decreased population

• No impact on population

• Increased population

• Stagnant population

Why did cities emerge?

• To produce surplus food

• To have a centralized government

• To protect against invaders

• To promote trade

What is job specialization?

• A way to increase population

• A focus on a specific job or skill

• A type of government

What allowed people to trade in ancient civilizations?

• Advanced transportation systems

• Surplus of items

• Strong military forces

• Common language

What was the original purpose of writing systems in ancient civilizations?

• To keep records and documents

• To communicate with other civilizations

• To create art and literature

• To perform religious rituals

What was the role of governments in ancient civilizations?

• To ensure food supply, social structure, and protection

• To promote trade and commerce

• To enforce religious beliefs

• To provide education and healthcare

What was the religious belief of most ancient civilizations?

• Monotheism

• Atheism

• Polytheism

What were public works in ancient civilizations?

• fields

• Infrastructure for all people to use

• natural rivers