Classical Civilizations

What is the best definition of a Golden Age?

• A time of great growth, creativity and an extended period of peace.

• A time of civil war, fighting and destruction.

• A time of despair, grief and sorrow.

• A time of love, wisdom and happiness.

· paper

· tea

· gunpowder

· compass

What would be the BEST title for this list?

• Important Contributions of India

• Important Contributions of Japan

• Important Contributions of Korea

• Important Contributions of China

The Roman Empire and Han China were similar in that...

• they both had a state sponsored religion that helped them to govern.

• they both used a strong centralized government to control a large area.

• they both controlled part of modern day Iran at the height of their power.

• they both attempted to remain isolated in order to maintain cultural unity.

Which of these people would have had the GREATEST impact on the philosophy of government in the Han Dynasty?

A)B)C)D)

• Li Bo

• Confucius

• Empress Wu

• Wang Zhengjun

How did the Silk Road contribute to the development of classical civilizations such as China, Persia, India, and Arabia?

• The Silk Road provided employment opportunities across many civilizations as it was being constructed.

• The Silk Road promoted a cultural exchange between China and the West and helped spread Chinese inventions.

• The Silk Road helped to strengthen military protection for these ancient civilizations by creating a network of walls.

• The Silk Road promoted travel for the masses among these civilizations. Men, women, and children began exploring the world.

Which statement is best supported by the information on this map?

• The Roman Empire extended over three continents.

• Rivers kept invaders out of the Roman Empire.

• Alexandria served as the eastern capital of the Roman Empire.

• Carthage was eventually destroyed by the Romans.

The Romans were more advanced in their architecture than the Greeks because:

• Used marble, which the Greeks never used.

• Developed concrete, which made buildings stronger.

• Learned how to make very tall ladders.

• Used trained builders instead of slaves.

What happened during the Greek Golden Age?

• There was a decline in the importance of art

• There were many artistic and scientific achievements.

• There was less emphasis on the importance of citizenship.

• There was a large drop in trade among the city states.

What impact did the development of paved roads have on the ancient Roman Civilization?

• Roads decreased contact with the outside world

• Roads limited the amount of Roman exploration

• Roads led to increased invasion and war.

• Roads led to increased trade and wealth.

All citizens in Ancient Athens had the right to attend the Assembly, where they could meet in open discussion and cast votes. This is an example of

• Representative Democracy

• Direct Democracy

• Parliamentary Democracy

• Constitutional Democracy