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WorksheetsWhat is a civilization? - Practice Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What are the characteristics of a civilization?
Hunting and gathering lifestyle
No technological advancements
No government or social classes
Surplus food, religion, architecture and infrastructure and written language
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a civilization?
C) social classes
A) farming
B) Nomadic lifestyle (moving to find food)
D) government
Why is agriculture considered an important characteristic of a civilization?
Agriculture is only important for leisure activities
Agriculture leads to soil erosion
Agriculture provides a food surplus and allows for the growth of a civilization and the development of specialized jobs.
Agriculture does not affect the growth of population
What role does religion play in the development of a civilization?
Religion can play a significant role in shaping the values, beliefs, and social structures of a civilization.
Civilization can develop without any influence from religion
Religion has no impact on the development of a civilization
Religion is not found in a civilization
Which of the following is an example of a complex social structure in a civilization? (Clue: triangle)
A) Everyone is equal B) Hierarchical system with different social classes C) No social structure D) No social interactions
D) No social interactions
B) Hierarchical system with different social classes
A) Everyone is equal
C) No social structure
How does trade contribute to the growth of a civilization?
Trade allows access to resources and goods, leading to economic growth and cultural exchange.
Trade leads to isolation and stagnation of a civilization
Trade only benefits a few individuals and does not contribute to overall growth
Trade has no impact on the growth of a civilization
What is the significance of written language in a civilization?
It is only used for writing letters and notes
It only serves as a form of entertainment
It has no significance at all
It allows for the recording and preservation of knowledge, history, and culture.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an organized government in a civilization?
A) Leader or Authority B) Laws and Regulations C) No Government System D) Taxation
G) Leader or Authority
F) Laws and Regulations
C) No Government System
E) Taxation
How does art and architecture reflect the advancement of a civilization?
Art and architecture reflect the advancement of a civilization through their designs, materials, expressions and techniques.
Art and architecture reflect the advancement of a civilization through their popularity among the people
Art and architecture reflect the advancement of a civilization through their cost and budget
Art and architecture reflect the advancement of a civilization through their color choices
How does the development of a writing system contribute to the growth of a civilization?
It does not contribute to the growth of a civilization
It only provides a form of entertainment
It contributes to the growth of a civilization by allowing for the recording of history, laws, and knowledge, facilitating communication, and enabling the development of complex institutions.
It only a means of communication
How does technology contribute to the development of a civilization?
Technology does not contribute to the development of a civilization
Technology only contributes to the economic development of a civilization
Technology contributes to the development of a civilization by improving efficiency, enabling the exploitation of resources, facilitating innovation, and leading to improvements in various aspects of life, such as agriculture, transportation, and warfare.
Technology only contributes to the military development of a civilization
Civilizations pay taxes for services provided by the government.
Surplus Food
System of Tribute
Religion
Government and Social Classes
The belief system of a civilization. Civilizations may have many gods, or the king or ruler may be believed to be a god.
Religion
System of Tribute
Written Language and
Learning
Economy, Trade, and
Job Specialization.
Civilizations build buildings, tombs, temples, roads, waterways, and irrigation systems.
Religion
Cities, Architecture,
and Infrastructure
Written Language and
Learning
Economy, Trade, and
Job Specialization.
Civilizations established and collected their knowledge.
Religion
Surplus Food
Cities, Architecture,
and Infrastructure
Written Language and
Learning
Civilizations grow and farm crops and livestock. They have been able to grow more than they need. This allows the civilization to trade and increase wealth.
Written Language and
Learning
Economy, Trade, and
Job Specialization.
Surplus Food
Technology
Civilizations developed new inventions/advancements such as farming techniques, irrigation systems, and weapons.
Technology
Religion
Arts
Economy, Trade, and
Job Specialization.
Civilizations created creative and cultural expressions through music,
dance, sculptures, paintings and architecture.
Technology
Cities, Architecture,
and Infrastructure
Arts
Government and Social Classes
Civilizations have resources that they trade. This develops an economy
that allows wealth to be created.
Economy, Trade, and
Job Specialization.
Government and Social Classes
Written Language and
Learning
Technology
Workers begin to focus on and specialize in one type of job.
Arts
Technology
Job Specialization
Economy
