Ancient Writing Systems and Architecture Quiz

Why did ancient people begin writing?

• To create art

• To record trade

• To tell stories

• To entertain

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How did writing in Ancient China connect to religion?

• Through oracle bones

• By writing prayers

• By drawing symbols

• Through hieroglyphics

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What did the Rosetta Stone unlock?

• Cuneiform

• Oracle Bones

• Hieroglyphics

• Glyphs

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What are the three types of Greek columns?

• Doric, Ionic, Corinthian

• Roman, Gothic, Baroque

• Modern, Classic, Ancient

• Simple, Complex, Detailed

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What resource did the Romans use to build long-lasting structures?

• Wood

• Stone

• Concrete

• Brick

What is unique about the construction of the Roman Pantheon?

• Tallest tower

• Largest unsupported dome

• Longest bridge

• Deepest foundation

What architectural structure did ancient Romans use to support weight with less material?

• The column

• The arch

• The beam

• The pillar

Which writing system used oracle bones?

• Mesopotamia

• China

• Egypt

• Maya

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which civilization used glyphs in their writing system?

• Mesopotamia

• China

• Egypt

• Maya

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is the purpose of the Rosetta Stone?

• To build structures

• To translate languages

• To create art

• To record history

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A