Ancient Civilizations Quiz

What is another word for the Neolithic Age?

• Agricultural Revolution

• Stone Age

• Bronze Age

• Iron Age

What was the main source of food for Paleolithic Age people?

• Hunting

• Farming

• Gathering plants

• Fishing

What was the main impact of agriculture during the Neolithic Age?

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Job specializations

• Shorter life expectancy

• Decrease in population

Which river valley civilization is considered the oldest?

• China

• India

• Mesopotamia

• Egypt

What was the main reason people settled near rivers in River Valley Civilizations?

• For fishing

• For transportation and trade

• For job specializations

• For building pyramids

What was the writing system used by the people of Mesopotamia?

• Pictograms

• Cuneiform

• Alphabet

• Hieroglyphics

What was the main environmental impact of River Valley Civilizations settling near rivers?

• Fertile soil for crops

• Pollution

• Deforestation

• Drought

What was the main reason for building pyramids in Egypt?

• For religious ceremonies

• For storing food

• For defense against enemies

• For trade purposes

What was the main role of women in the Paleolithic Age?

• Hunting

• Gathering plants

• Building shelters

• Writing laws

What was the main impact of job specializations during the Neolithic Age?

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Decrease in population

• Shorter life expectancy

• Increase in trade