Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "Dynasty" mean?

• A type of ancient building

• A family of rulers or leaders that are in power for a long time

• A traditional festival

• A famous battle

What is "Sorrow" best described as?

• A type of dance

• A feeling of happiness

• A strong form of sadness

• A historical event

What does "Loess" refer to?

• A mountain range

• A river

• A desert

• A thin layer of mineral rich soil

Which of the following best defines a "Myth"?

• A true historical account

• A scientific theory

• A story believed by some people that is not true

• A well-known painting

What is an "Oracle"?

• A type of ancient weapon

• A person who knows many things because they have or feel a connection to god

• A historical document

• A traditional game

What best describes a "Splinter"?

• A type of cloth

• A thin broken piece of something

• A small animal

• A historical term

What is bronze made of?

• Iron and carbon

• Copper and tin

• Aluminum and silicon

• Zinc and copper

What does the word "Philosophy" refer to?

• A type of ancient writing

• A study of life and the universe

• A branch of mathematics

• A medical study

Who is typically described as an emperor?

• A democratic leader

• A religious leader

• A powerful ruler

• A local governor

What is a mandate?

• A suggestion

• A law

• An official order

• A request