Characteristics of Civilizations Quiz

What is necessary for civilizations to maintain records and communicate effectively?

• Advanced Cities

• Specialized Workers

• Complex Institutions

• Record Keeping and Writing

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of civilizations?

• Advanced Cities

• Specialized Workers

• Complex Institutions

• Nomadic lifestyle

Which characteristic of civilizations is essential for keeping historical records and administrative documents?

• Advanced Cities

• Specialized Workers

• Record Keeping and Writing

• Advanced Technology

What did the massive walls of Ur protect the city from?

• Floods

• Earthquakes

• Attack

• Wild animals

Which of the following best describes the impact of specialized workers on civilization?

• They had no significant impact

• They weakened civilization

• They strengthened and expanded civilization

• They caused conflicts

Which group is positioned between the Scribes and the Craftsmen in the Egyptian social pyramid?

• Soldiers

• Merchants

• Peasants

• Government officials

Which group is directly above the Slaves in the Egyptian social pyramid?

• Peasants

• Craftsmen

• Merchants

• Soldiers

Which group is directly above the Slaves in the Egyptian social pyramid?

• Peasants

• Craftsmen

• Merchants

• Soldiers

What is one example of a complex institution mentioned in the notes?

• Agriculture

• Law codes

• Art

• Architecture

According to the notes, what did complex institutions help civilizations to do?

• Decline

• Remain isolated

• Prosper

• Become nomadic