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Ancient Civs - Bailey

Total questions: 87

Worksheet time: 5hrs 36mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which ancient civilization was located in what is now Mexico?

a)

Aztec

b)

Egypt

c)

Greece

d)

Rome

2.

The trade route that stretched from China (Asia) to Europe and Africa was called ______________.

a)

The Super Highway

b)

The Silk Route

c)

The Trade Route

d)

The Bartering System

3.

What is the term for religions that worship more than one god?

a)

Polysynthetic

b)

Monotheistic

c)

Polytheistic

d)

Atheistic

4.

What is the writing of Mesopotamia and Sumeria on clay tablets called?

a)

Clay tablets

b)

Hieroglyphics

c)

Pictographs

d)

Cuneiform

5.

The major river of ancient Egypt used for farming and trade was the:

a)

Euphrates River

b)

Nile River

c)

Tigris River

d)

Indus River

6.

Rome modeled its society and culture after which civilization?

a)

Aztec

b)

Egypt

c)

China

d)

Greece

7.

Who were at the lowest level of social structure in the Indus Valley?

a)

The priests

b)

The slaves

c)

The Untouchables

d)

The farmers

8.

What is the term for cutting into a hillside to create levels for planting or farming?

a)

Dig

b)

Terrace

c)

Wall

d)

Harvest

9.

List the 9 ancient civilizations.

a)

Mesopotamia/Sumeria, Indus Valley, China, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Aztec, Inca, Maya

b)

Mesopotamia/Sumeria, Indus Valley, China, Egypt, North America, South America, Africa, Asia, Europe

c)

Egypt, Greece, Rome, Aztec, Inca, Maya, Africa, Europe, Vikings

d)

Mesopotamia/Sumeria, Indus Valley, Garden of Eden, Middle East, Egypt, Rome, Greece, Maya, Inca

10.

List the 8 features of a civilization

a)

Excess food, advanced cities, specialized workers, trade, social structure, government, religion, writing

b)

Excess food, advanced cities, specialized workers, trade, taxes, welfare, entertainment

c)

trade, social structure, government, religion, writing, education, transportation

d)

Advanced cities, writing, schools, banks, trade, government, taxes, writing

11.

Which civilization was located in modern-day Iraq?

a)

Mesopotamia/Sumeria

b)

Egypt

c)

Aztec

d)

Inca

12.

Which ancient civilization was located in modern-day Guatemala?

a)

Aztec

b)

Inca

c)

Maya

d)

Mesopotamia/Sumeria

13.

Which ancient civilization was located in what is now modern-day Pakistan?

a)

Indus Valley

b)

Aztec

c)

Inca

d)

China

14.

Which is the oldest civilization

a)

Mesopotamia

b)

Chinese

c)

Egyptian

d)

Indus

15.

Which civilizations built pyramids?

a)

Mesopotamians

b)

Indus Valley

c)

Chinese

d)

Egyptians

16.

Which civilization developed between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers?

a)

Mesopotamians

b)

Indus

c)

Chinese

d)

Egyptians

17.

Which civilization used cuneiform?

a)

Mesopotamians

b)

Indus Valley

c)

Chinese

d)

Egyptians

18.

With which civilizations did the Mesopotamians trade?

a)

Europeans

b)

Indus

c)

Chinese

d)

Egyptians

19.

Which civilization invented the wheel?

a)

Mesopotamians

b)

Indus

c)

Chinese

d)

Egyptians

20.

Which law system did the Mesopotamians use?

a)

Judaic Laws

b)

Sharia

c)

Hammurabi's code

d)

10 Commandments

21.

Which river is the basis for Egyptian civilization?

a)

Tigris River

b)

Yellow River

c)

Nile River

d)

Indus River

22.

What river is the basis for the Indus civilization?

a)

Tigris River

b)

Yellow River

c)

Nile River

d)

Indus River

23.

Which river is the basis for Chinese civilization?

a)

Tigris River

b)

Yellow River

c)

Nile River

d)

Indus River

24.

What type of "paper" did the Egyptians write on?

a)

Silk

b)

Papyrus

c)

Mead

d)

Cotton

25.

Which writing system did the Egyptians use?

a)

Cuneiform

b)

Hieroglyphs

c)

Scripts

d)

Logographs

26.

Which other African kingdom did Egypt trade and interact with?

a)

Zulu

b)

Kush

c)

Nubians

d)

Songhai

27.

In which modern-day country are the settlements of the Indus River Valley civilization located?

a)

Iraq

b)

Saudi Arabia

c)

Pakistan

d)

India

28.

What do artifacts from the Indus Civilization show us about their society?

a)

They were sophisticated

b)

They were weak

c)

They were monotheistic

d)

They were a matriarchal society

29.

In China, according to the dynastic cycle, what happened to “bad kings”?

a)

They achieve prosperity

b)

They decay

c)

They resurrect

d)

They become gods

30.

The process of mummification enabled Egyptians to:

a)

Create a system of picture writing.

b)

Develop a calendar similar to the one we use today.

c)

Prepare their dead for the afterlife.

d)

Preserve statues and paintings.

31.

In what way does geography help explain the rise of both the Egyptian civilization and the Sumerian civilization?

a)

Both civilizations developed along a seacoast.

b)

Both civilizations developed in river valleys.

c)

Both civilizations developed near mountains.

d)

Both civilizations developed on islands.

32.

Based on the diagram, Aryans were divided into classes according to their

a)

occupations.

b)

age and place of birth.

c)

religious beliefs.

d)

gender and race.

33.

The rise and fall of dynasties in China was based on:

a)

migrations of people from other lands.

b)

the Mandate of Heaven.

c)

trade with other civilizations.

d)

the caste system.

34.

Which of the following Chinese achievements was likely the most important to the development of trade?

a)

Silk-making

b)

Accurate calendar

c)

Bronze artwork

d)

Writing system

35.

Where did humans originate?

a)

Eastern Africa

b)

Europe

c)

MesoAmerica

d)

China

36.

Which of the following best represents the Paleolithic Age?

a)

Irrigation systems

b)

Stone tools

c)

Sedentary societies

d)

Food surplus

37.

What caused the transition to the Neolithic Age?

a)

Stone tools

b)

Hunter-gatherer organization

c)

Empires

d)

Iron and irrigation systems

38.

How were Chinese societies organized?

a)

Egalitarian systems (equality)

b)

Matriarchy (led by women)

c)

Filial obligations (family)

d)

Theocracy (religious rule)

39.

What was the primary religion of Classical India?

a)

Judaism

b)

Christianity

c)

Confucianism

d)

Hinduism

40.

What did Ashoka accomplish?

a)

spread Buddhism to China

b)

conquered Middle Eastern countries

c)

united all of India

d)

started the philosophy of Confucianism

41.

What structures did kingdoms create to symbolize the power of the King?

a)

Irrigation systems

b)

Food surpluses

c)

Ziggurats and pyramids

d)

Temples

42.

What is an example of a hierarchy?

a)

Hunter-Gatherer organization

b)

Hindu Caste System

c)

End to desire in Buddhism

d)

Trade between civilizations

43.

What were the initial religious beliefs of humans?

a)

Monotheism

b)

Hinduism

c)

Confucianism

d)

Animism and Shamanism

44.

Why did most original societies disappear?

a)

Wars

b)

Famine

c)

Climate changes

d)

Isolation

45.

How did most primitive societies organize themselves?

a)

Militaries

b)

Religious theocracies

c)

Egalitarian or equal relationships

d)

Family obligations

46.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question. Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies. Identify the best use of this map for a historian.

a)

To explore the religious beliefs of people living in Early River Valley Civilizations

b)

To compare the locations of Early River Valley Civilizations

c)

To compare the written languages of Early River Valley Civilizations

d)

To analyze trade routes between Early River Valley Civilizations

47.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

Which innovation most contributed to the development of the civilizations depicted in the map?

a)

paper

b)

irrigation

c)

the compass

d)

gunpowder

48.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question. Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies. Which generalization about the Maurya and Gupta Empires is supported by the map?

a)

Expansion was limited by geographic factors.

b)

Trade contributed to stable societies.

c)

Extensive road systems unified India.

d)

Southern India was isolated from northern India.

49.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

What is one effect of the extension of the Maurya Empire around 260 BC?

a)

Rule by a Christian King

b)

Influence of Confucianism on government policy

c)

Spread of Buddhism to those regions

d)

Spread of Daoist beliefs in schools

50.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

Which reason for the location of the city of Pataliputra is supported by the map?

a)

Pataliputra was located near a river

b)

Pataliputra was the location of an important Hindu shrine

c)

Pataliputra was located near the Arabian Sea

d)

Pataliputra was first established by the Gupta Empire

51.

Base your answer to the question on the speakers' statements below and on your knowledge of Social Studies.

Speaker A: "The Eightfold Noble Path and Four Noble Truths as expressed by Siddhartha Guatama are the foundations of our faith"

Speaker B: "There is one God and His name is Allah and his truth has been revealed to us through his prophet Mohammed"

Speaker C: "The Ten Commandments and the teachings of the Gospels guide us in our quest for a fulfilling spiritual life."

Speaker D: "To achieve union with atman, we must pass through many births and acquire good karma by being obedient to moral laws and societal regulations."

Which of the following claims is supported by the quotes above?

a)

Speaker A believes in reincarnation

b)

Speaker B believes in reincarnation

c)

Speaker C believes in reincarnation

d)

Speaker D believes in reincarnation

52.

Base your answer to the question on the speakers' statements below and on your knowledge of Social Studies.

Speaker A: "The Eightfold Noble Path and Four Noble Truths as expressed by Siddhartha Guatama are the foundations of our faith"

Speaker B: "There is one God and His name is Allah and his truth has been revealed to us through his prophet Mohammed"

Speaker C: "The Ten Commandments and the teachings of the Gospels guide us in our quest for a fulfilling spiritual life."

Speaker D: "To achieve union with atman, we must pass through many births and acquire good karma by being obedient to moral laws and societal regulations."

Identify one similarity between the belief systems practiced by Speaker A and Speaker D

a)

The belief systems have the same founder

b)

The belief systems originated in India

c)

The belief systems are monotheistic

d)

The belief systems once endorsed the caste system

53.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

This map shows that the Silk Road:

a)

crossed both Africa and Asia

b)

was located primarily in Asia

c)

followed a single route

d)

started in Khotan

54.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question. Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies. This map would best be used to:

a)

Identify the location of the last battle of Alexander the Great.

b)

Map the spread of Buddhism from India to China.

c)

Trace the possible origin of an artifact found in Samarkand.

d)

Identify over-water trade routes.

55.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question. Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies. One effect of the historical development depicted in the map was:

a)

Cultural diffusion between people in the Middle East and China

b)

The Persian conquest of China

c)

The spread of Hindu beliefs to Europe

d)

The isolation of Khotan

56.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

What caused the historical development depicted in this illustration?

a)

Fall of the Roman Empire

b)

The collapse of Greek Civilization

c)

Spread of Buddhism

d)

The expansion of Alexander the Great's Empire.

57.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

Which claim is supported by the illustration?

a)

Persian and Greek civilizations were isolated from one another.

b)

Alexander the Great's empire led to cultural diffusion between the civilizations he conquered.

c)

Armed conflict between Indian and Egyptian civilizations led to the creation of Hellenistic civilizations.

d)

Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and Indian civilizations used Hellenistic irrigation to grow crops.

58.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question. Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies. Which statement is best supported by the information on this map?

a)

The Roman Empire extended over three continents

b)

Rivers kept invaders out of the Roman Empire

c)

Alexandria served as the eastern capital of the Roman Empire.

d)

Carthage was eventually destroyed by the Romans

59.

For each statement or question, record the word or expression that, of those given, best completes the statement or answers the question.

Base your answer to the question on the map and on your knowledge of social studies.

Based on the information provided by this map, which body of water was most likely the center of Roman trade?

a)

Red Sea

b)

Black Sea

c)

Atlantic Ocean

d)

Mediterranean Sea

60.

What was the main reason that Greece became traders?

a)

The government envisioned Greece becoming an empire and controlling all the land in the Mediterranean area.

b)

Economics - The Greek people became traders to generate income.

c)

Geography - Greece was 85% mountains, and they had to trade to get food for survival.

d)

Socially - Since Greece was surrounded on three sides by water, they thought they could use the water to share their cultures with neighboring nations.

61.

According to the map, where would merchants go to buy cinnamon?

a)

Middle East

b)

India

c)

China

d)

Rome

62.

Which ancient civilization was responsible for inventing papyrus, black ink, toothpaste, and the mummification process?

a)

Mesopotamia

b)

Egypt

c)

Greece

d)

Rome

63.

Which ancient civilization was responsible for inventing papyrus, black ink, toothpaste, and the mummification process?

a)

Mesopotamia

b)

Egypt

c)

Greece

d)

Rome

64.

Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian are legacies of the Greeks. What are they?

a)

Famous Roman city-states

b)

The names of different Roman rulers who made significant contributions to mankind

c)

Types of architecture, columns, that were used to decorate buildings

d)

The names of Roman rivers that led to the development of ancient Rome

65.

Document 1

Summers were hot and dry, and winters were mild and windy. Only about 20% of the land on the Greek peninsula could be farmed. The ancient Greek farmers grew crops that would survive in this environment - wheat, barley, olives, and grapes. The many hills and mountains provided shrubs to feed herds of cattle and sheep. The early Greeks also depended heavily upon trade and imports with other regions around the Mediterranean. That's one reason the early Greeks tried to set up colonies in North Africa and in Asia. They wanted to control the import of grains and other foods.

Why could Greece grow a limited number of crops?

a)

Only about 20% of the land on the Greek peninsula could be farmed.

b)

Greek farmers had little knowledge of farming practices.

c)

The Greek people focused on fishing and trading.

d)

The Greek government was more interested in expanding their empire and conquering other lands.

66.

Which continent is shaded below?

a)

North America

b)

Australia

c)

Asia

d)

Europe

67.

Which of the following is a difference between Egypt and Greece?

a)

Greece was predominately deserts while Egypt had many mountains.

b)

Egyptian cities were independent while Greece was unified.

c)

Greek cities were independent while Egypt was unified.

d)

Greece focused on agriculture, while Egyptians were traders.

68.

What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?

a)

The mountainous terrain led to the creation of independent city-states.

b)

A lack of natural seaports limited communication.

c)

An inland location hindered trade and colonization.

d)

Abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency.

69.

One reason the Egyptian civilization lasted for three thousand years was the Nile River. How did the Nile River positively impact the Egyptians? Select ALL that apply.

a)

Silt, a soil rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals, was deposited on the ground, aiding crop growth.

b)

It acted as a protective barrier against invasions from Egypt's enemies.

c)

It was used to transport goods for trade.

d)

It overflowed its banks at the same time every year, allowing Egyptian farmers to practice agriculture without fear of their crops being destroyed.

70.

Which ocean is shaded below?

a)

Arctic Ocean

b)

Pacific Ocean

c)

Indian Ocean

d)

Atlantic Ocean

71.

Which civilization was based upon individual city-states?

a)

Egypt

b)

China

c)

Greece

d)

Rome

72.

The pictures of the gods and goddesses above are associated with which civilization?

a)

China

b)

Egypt

c)

Greece/Rome

d)

India

73.

Who was at the top of the social hierarchy in Ancient Egypt?

a)

Priests

b)

Warriors

c)

Peasants

d)

Pharaoh

74.

Which of the following is NOT one of the accomplishments of ancient Rome?

a)

Roads

b)

Arches

c)

Pyramids

d)

Concrete

75.

In a comparison of the ancient cities of Athens and Sparta, Sparta placed more emphasis on

a)

education

b)

military service

c)

family order

d)

human right

76.

Which statement most likely represents the view of a citizen of ancient Athens visiting Sparta?

a)

The government and society in Sparta are so strict. The people have little voice in government.

b)

I feel as though I have never left home. Everything here is the same as it is in Athens.

c)

This society allows for more freedom of expression than I have ever experienced in Athens.

d)

I have never heard of a society like Sparta that believes in only one God.

77.

Why did the ancient city-states of Athens and Sparta develop different political systems?

a)

The Byzantine Empire dictated government policies.

b)

Foreign travelers introduced new philosophies.

c)

The mountainous topography resulted in the isolation of these city-states.

d)

For over three centuries, civil wars raged in these city-states.

78.

Which statement is best supported by the information on this map?

a)

The Roman Empire extended over three continents.

b)

Rivers kept invaders out of the Roman Empire.

c)

Alexandria served as the eastern capital of the Roman Empire.

d)

Carthage was eventually destroyed by the Romans.

79.

Based on the information provided by this map, which body of water was most likely the center of Roman trade?

a)

Red Sea

b)

Black Sea

c)

Atlantic Ocean

d)

Mediterranean Sea

80.

Why did the ancient Egyptians believe their gods were helpful and positive?

a)

Egyptians lived to very old ages.

b)

The land of Egypt never had any droughts.

c)

The deserts would destroy all invading armies.

d)

The Nile River flooded safely every year, bringing nutrients to their farms.

81.

Lower Egypt was part of __________ Egypt.

a)

Northern

b)

Southern

c)

Eastern

d)

Western

82.

The deserts surrounding the Nile River provided the Ancient Egyptians with protection against what?

a)

Rain

b)

Trade

c)

Invasion

d)

Mountains

83.

Use the Document above to answer the question: 

What is one “bad” behavior of the river that is mentioned? What is the result of that behavior?

4 lines
84.

Which of the following is NOT a historical thinking skill?

a)

Chronological Thinking

b)

Historical Comprehension

c)

Historical Representation

d)

Historical Analysis & Interpretation

85.

How do you FISH a document/source?

a)

5 Facts, Information, Scenario, Help Theme or Title

b)

3 Facts, Inference, Support, Help Theme or Title

c)

3 Facts, Investigate, Sense, How?

d)

3 Facts, Inference, Sources, Historical Comprehension

86.

Which continent is highlighted in the map below?

a)

Africa

b)

North America

c)

South America

d)

Asia

87.

Which ocean is shaded in the picture?

a)

Indian Ocean

b)

Pacific Ocean

c)

Arctic Ocean

d)

Southern Ocean