Ancient Civilizations Quiz

What is the writing system developed in ancient Egypt called?

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

Which river was crucial to the development of ancient Egyptian civilization?

• Nile

• Tigris

• Euphrates

• Indus

What was the primary city-state of ancient Greece known for its military strength?

• Athens

• Sparta

Who initiated the Pax Romana in the Roman Empire?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus Caesar

• Nero

• Caligula

What is the term for the wedge-shaped writing developed in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

What was the primary purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• To store grain

• To serve as tombs for the pharaohs

What was the primary form of government in ancient Athens?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

What is the famous architectural structure in Rome used for gladiatorial contests?

• Parthenon

• Colosseum

• Pantheon

• Acropolis

Which of the following was a major achievement of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Development of democracy

• Urban planning and sewage systems

What was the primary language of ancient Mesopotamia?

• Greek

• Latin

• Sumerian

• Egyptian