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2.4 Review

Total questions: 26

Worksheet time: 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Vocabulary: Match the following terms to their correct definitions. 2. Engineering

a)

how people and goods move from one place to another

1.

how people and goods move from one place to another

b)

basic structures and systems a society needs (like roads and bridges)

2.

basic structures and systems a society needs (like roads and bridges)

c)

using science to solve building or design problems

3.

using science to solve building or design problems

d)

a large structure shows importance or honors something

4.

a large structure shows importance or honors something

2.

Vocabulary: Match the following terms to their correct definitions. 3. Transportation

a)

how people and goods move from one place to another

1.

how people and goods move from one place to another

b)

basic structures and systems a society needs (like roads and bridges)

2.

basic structures and systems a society needs (like roads and bridges)

c)

using science to solve building or design problems

3.

using science to solve building or design problems

d)

a large structure shows importance or honors something

4.

a large structure shows importance or honors something

3.

What were monuments made of?

a)

Stone, brick, or clay or other durable building materials.

b)

Paper and fabric.

c)

Wood and leaves.

d)

Plastic and glass.

4.

Why were roads important? Roads helped _______________, messengers, and _______________ move quickly and efficiently.

a)

Roads helped armies, messengers, and goods move quickly and efficiently.

b)

Roads helped farmers, messengers, and animals move quickly and efficiently.

c)

Roads helped merchants, messengers, and kings move quickly and efficiently.

d)

Roads helped villagers, messengers, and crops move quickly and efficiently.

5.

How did roads help the empire? Roads _______________ communication, helped with _______________, improved control over distant _______________, and supported _______________ movement.

a)

Roads improved communication, helped with trade, improved control over distant territories, and supported military movement.

b)

Roads hindered communication, helped with agriculture, improved control over local villages, and supported artistic movement.

c)

Roads delayed communication, helped with farming, improved control over nearby cities, and supported religious movement.

d)

Roads restricted communication, helped with mining, improved control over neighboring towns, and supported cultural movement.

6.

Science Time: Why would stone roads work better than dirt roads?

a)

Stone roads reduce wear and don’t get muddy or broken down as quickly. They are stronger and more durable, allowing smoother travel and reducing damage on wheels.

b)

Stone roads are softer and absorb more water, making them less slippery.

c)

Stone roads are cheaper to build and require less maintenance than dirt roads.

d)

Stone roads allow plants to grow through them, making the environment greener.

7.

Reflection: Which surface allowed the chariot to move the fastest? Why?

a)

The smooth surface allowed the chariot to move the fastest because it reduced friction.

b)

The rough surface allowed the chariot to move the fastest because it increased grip.

c)

The sandy surface allowed the chariot to move the fastest because it absorbed shocks.

d)

The grassy surface allowed the chariot to move the fastest because it was soft.

8.

Reflection: Which surface allowed the chariot to move the slowest? Why?

a)

The sand surface, because it creates more resistance.

b)

The wooden floor, because it is smooth.

c)

The carpet, because it is soft.

d)

The tile surface, because it is hard.

9.

If you were building roads for an ancient empire, which material would you choose and why?

a)

Stone

b)

Wood

c)

Clay

d)

Sand

10.

Wrap-Up: Roads helped an empire more than monuments because they improved communication, trade, and military movement.

a)

Roads helped an empire more because they improved communication, trade, and military movement.

b)

Monuments helped an empire more because they inspired loyalty and awe.

c)

Roads helped an empire more because they were beautiful and decorative.

d)

Monuments helped an empire more because they were used for transportation.

11.

The word 'Traders' refers to:

a)

People who buy and sell goods or services.

b)

People who only manufacture goods.

c)

People who only consume goods.

d)

People who transport goods.

12.

The word 'Stronger' means:

a)

More powerful

b)

Weaker

c)

Slower

d)

Smaller

13.

The word 'Areas' refers to:

a)

A particular part or region of a place

b)

A type of measurement tool

c)

A kind of animal

d)

A musical instrument

14.

The word 'Worn' means:

a)

Used and damaged by long use

b)

Brand new

c)

Very expensive

d)

Extremely colorful

15.

The word 'Smoother' means:

a)

A device or substance that makes surfaces even or less rough

b)

A person who creates problems

c)

A type of food

d)

A musical instrument

16.

The word 'Brick' refers to which of the following?

a)

A rectangular block made of clay used for building walls and other structures.

b)

A type of metal used in machinery.

c)

A tool used for cutting wood.

d)

A liquid used for painting walls.

17.

The word 'Muddy' means:

a)

Clear

b)

Dirty

c)

Dry

d)

Smooth

18.

The word 'Increased' means:

a)

Made greater

b)

Made smaller

c)

Kept the same

d)

Divided into parts

19.

The meaning of the word 'Friction' is:

a)

The force that resists the motion of two surfaces sliding against each other.

b)

The energy produced by moving objects.

c)

The process of combining two substances.

d)

The ability of an object to float on water.

20.

The word 'Armies' refers to which of the following?

a)

Organised military forces equipped for fighting on land

b)

Groups of medical professionals

c)

Teams of scientists working in laboratories

d)

Assemblies of political leaders

21.

What is the meaning of the word 'Trade'? The action of buying, selling, or exchanging goods and services.

a)

The action of buying, selling, or exchanging goods and services.

b)

The process of manufacturing products.

c)

The act of saving money in a bank.

d)

The method of transporting goods by sea.

22.

The word 'Drag' means:

a)

To pull something along forcefully or with difficulty.

b)

To push something away quickly.

c)

To lift something easily.

d)

To throw something far away.

23.

The word 'Building' refers to:

a)

A structure with a roof and walls, such as a house or factory.

b)

A type of vehicle used for transportation.

c)

A piece of furniture found in homes.

d)

A tool used for gardening.

24.

The word 'Durable' means:

a)

Long-lasting

b)

Expensive

c)

Fragile

d)

Temporary

25.

The word 'Military' means:

a)

Relating to soldiers, arms, or war; the armed forces.

b)

Relating to education and schools.

c)

Relating to medicine and hospitals.

d)

Relating to business and finance.

26.

Match the following

a)

1.

wheel

b)

2.

iron weapons

c)

3.

calendar

d)

4.

chariot

e)

5.

coins