Exploring Ancient Civilizations and Geography

Which continent is the largest by land area?

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

• North America

Which ocean is located between Africa and Australia?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Which of the following was a major factor in the development of early civilizations?

• Access to television

• Proximity to rivers

• Use of electricity

• Invention of the airplane

What is the term for the exchange of goods, ideas, and technologies between ancient societies?

• Cultural diffusion

• Isolationism

• Colonization

• Feudalism

Which of the following crops was first domesticated during the Neolithic era?

• Tomatoes

• Coffee

• Cornflakes

• Wheat

Which continent is completely located in the Southern Hemisphere?

• Europe

• Australia

• North America

• Asia

Which of the following is NOT one of the world’s five major oceans?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Pacific Ocean

Which factor most contributed to the growth of permanent settlements in the Neolithic era?

• Development of agriculture

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Frequent wars

• Use of stone tools

Which ancient civilization developed along the Nile River?

• Mesopotamia

• Egypt

• Indus Valley

• China

Which of the following best describes the Paleolithic lifestyle?

• Farming and herding

• Building cities

• Writing literature

• Hunting and gathering