This characteristic was the result of surplus food,

which drew more and more people to settle in one place.

Polytheistic, monotheistic, and atheistic people exist in civilizations. This characteristic often included prayers, ceremonies, dances, and sometimes sacrifices.

This feature freed people from doing every task

and allowed them to do the work they were good at.

This characteristic included royalty, priests, merchants,

artisans, workers, and slaves. Status relates to importance or wealth.

This feature was needed to keep records of many things, like crops grown, laws, taxes paid, and trades made.

This feature included buildings, paintings, sculptures. Used to show power and wealth.

This characteristic produced projects that helped all citizens,

like defensive walls and irrigation systems.