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Worksheets8 characteristics of civilization 6th grade SS
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 8mins
Ancient civilizations had complex labor systems with each person performing a specific task or job.
Writing System
Central Government
Job Specialization
Religion
Which characteristic describes someone with power over the people?
Organized Religion
Government
System of Tribute
Art
Which characteristic describes a civilization that has more food than is needed for survival?
Organized Religion
Trade
Surplus Food
Government
Which of the following is NOT a necessary characteristic of a civilization?
Religion
Writing
Education
Government
The priests were near the top of the social structure. What does this show about the people of ancient Sumer?
They cared about the priests, but not the king.
The people had no interest in religion.
Religion was an important part of their lives.
The people believed in only one god.
Egyptians built pyramids as tombs for pharaohs. Which characteristic does this demonstrate?
social structure
written language
stable food supply
arts and entertainment
Which characteristic does this photo (sewer system) demonstrate?
technology
written language
government
arts and entertainment
