Ancient Civilizations and Religions

Who was Moses?

• famous Greek thinker who influenced ancient Israelite culture.

• great warrior who led the Israelites in battles.

• prophet who freed the Israelites from Ancient Egypt.

• merchant who traded goods between ancient Israel and other places.

What helped trade grow in Islamic cultures?

• Camels and trade routes

• The printing press

• The steam engine

• The telegraph

What geographical feature helped ancient West African kingdoms like Ghana and Mali?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Niger River

• The Atlas Mountains

• The Great Rift Valley

How did Muslims promote cultural sharing?

• By creating schools and learning centers

• By keeping to themselves

• By destroying cultural items

• By discouraging foreign languages

Which of the following is not one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Charity

• Fasting

• Jihad

• Pilgrimage

Why were trade routes important in West African Kingdoms?

• To help exchange goods and resources

• To share cultures and ideas

• To boost economic growth

• All of the above

How did the geography of Ancient Egypt shape its civilization?

• Natural barriers made Egypt isolated and self-sufficient.

• It encouraged a wandering lifestyle for ancient Egyptians.

• It led to wars with neighboring civilizations.

• It made farming hard along the Nile River.

What type of religion is Judaism?

• Many gods (Polytheistic)

• Not sure (Agnostic)

• No gods (Atheistic)

• One god (Monotheistic)

Where do Jewish people worship today?

• Mosques

• Churches

• Everywhere

• Temples/Synagogues

How did outside invasions affect the West African Kingdom of Ghana?

• It helped the kingdom grow stronger.

• It increased trade and economic opportunities.

• It created political stability and unity.

• It caused the kingdom to decline and eventually fall apart.