Ancient Civ Quiz

What is the writing system developed in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

• Sanskrit

• Latin

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

• Nile

• Tigris

• Euphrates

• Indus

The Indus Valley Civilization is known for its:

• Advanced military technology

• Extensive trade with the Roman Empire

• Sophisticated urban planning and drainage systems

• Invention of the wheel

Which period of ancient Greek history was dominated by war and conflict, including the Peloponnesian War?

• Archaic Period

• Classical Period

• Hellenistic Period

• Mycenaean Period

The Roman Empire was famously divided into two parts. What was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Athens

• Alexandria

Which of the following was a significant achievement of the Mayan Civilization?

• The invention of the compass

• The construction of the Great Wall

• The development of a complex calendar system

• The creation of the first library

What is considered the first form of writing in human history?

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

• Alphabetic writing

• Pictographs

Which ancient civilization is credited with the construction of the Pyramids of Giza?

• Mesopotamians

• Egyptians

• Greeks

• Romans

The concept of "zero" was first used by which ancient civilization?

• Roman

• Greek

• Mayan

• Indus Valley

Who was the ruler of the Macedonian Empire and is known for spreading Greek culture across Asia?

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander the Great

• King Tutankhamun

• Cleopatra