Western Civilization Review - First Semester

Studying history is important because it helps us understand:

• The future and predict upcoming events.

• The past and learn from previous experiences.

• The present and make immediate decisions.

• The fictional stories and myths of ancient times.

How do you think we as Christians look at history differently than non-Christians?

• Christians view history as a linear progression towards a divine purpose.

• Christians see history as a series of random events without meaning.

• Christians believe history is cyclical and repeats itself.

• Christians do not have a unique perspective on history.

Prehistory refers to the period of time before what?

• The invention of writing

• The discovery of fire

• The beginning of the Industrial Revolution

• The start of the Middle Ages

How do historians date events and eras?

• By using carbon dating techniques

• By analyzing historical documents and artifacts

• By consulting astrological charts

• By relying on oral traditions only

The Nile River was called the giver of life because:

• It provided water for agriculture and drinking.

• It was the longest river in the world.

• It was a major trade route.

• It was home to many species of fish.

Match the following beliefs with their descriptions:

• Belief in the absence of deities

• Agnosticism with uncertain beliefs

• Belief in one deity

• Monotheism with a single god

• Belief in many deities

• Polytheism with multiple gods

• Belief in the uncertainty of deities

• Atheism with no gods

What was a pyramid?

• A type of ancient tomb

• A modern architectural structure

• A natural rock formation

• A type of plant

What did the Egyptians contribute to civilization?

• The invention of the wheel

• The development of the alphabet

• The construction of pyramids

• The creation of democracy

What were the Hittites and Sumerians known for?

• The Hittites were known for their advanced ironworking and the Sumerians for their cuneiform writing.

• The Hittites were known for their pyramids and the Sumerians for their hieroglyphics.

• The Hittites were known for their philosophy and the Sumerians for their democracy.

• The Hittites were known for their maritime trade and the Sumerians for their pottery.

Who was Hammurabi?

• A famous Greek philosopher

• A Babylonian king known for his code of laws

• An Egyptian pharaoh

• A Roman emperor