Question 1

Anthropologists designate early human cultures by their

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Anthropologists often designate early human cultures by their tools because tools are durable and often survive in the archaeological record, providing insights into the technological capabilities, lifestyle, and advancements of early humans.

Question 2

The Paleolithic Age is characterized by

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The Paleolithic Age, also known as the Old Stone Age, is characterized by a hunting and gathering existence, where early humans relied on hunting wild animals and gathering wild plants for food. This period predates the development of agriculture and domestication of animals.

Question 3

Slavery in Mesopotamia took the forms of

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Slavery in Mesopotamia primarily took the forms of chattel slavery, where individuals were treated as property, and debt slavery, where individuals worked to pay off debts.

Question 4

Egypt's "black land" was

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The "black land" in ancient Egypt referred to the dark, fertile soil found along the Nile River, which was ideal for agriculture.

Question 5

Egyptian hieroglyphs first appear

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Egyptian hieroglyphs first appeared around 3000 B.C.E., marking the beginning of the historical period in ancient Egypt.

Question 6

The Old Kingdom of Egypt collapsed

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The Old Kingdom of Egypt collapsed around 2181 BCE, leading to the First Intermediate Period, characterized by political fragmentation and social disorder.

Question 7

Slaves in ancient Egypt

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Question 8

The Hittites

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The Hittites were known for their innovations, particularly in the realm of ironworking, and their empire acted as a cultural bridge between the East and West. They were not isolationist, had a strong central government, and were not pacifists, engaging in several military campaigns, most notably against Egypt.

Question 9

India's Late Vedic Age is also called the Epic Age because it is the setting for

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The Late Vedic Age is referred to as the Epic Age because it is the period during which the great Indian epics, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, were set. These texts are foundational to Indian culture and mythology.

Question 10

Looking at Map 1-4 (p. 27), which political and geographic features are typical of Iron Age China?

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During the Iron Age, China was not a unified empire but rather consisted of several independent kingdoms, many of which were situated along rivers. This facilitated trade, agriculture, and communication.

Question 11

Members of the literate bureaucracy, the scholar-bureaucrats, were called

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The term "shi" refers to the scholar-bureaucrats in ancient China, who were part of the literate bureaucracy and played a significant role in the administration and governance of the state.

Question 12

Explain and discuss the concept of diffusion and its effect on ancient civilizations and early cultures. How did these cultures influence one another? 
Conceptual

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Question 13

Discuss the rise of civilizations in North America. Compared to Africa and Asia, was the food supply more or less abundant? What effect did this have on the people who lived there? 
Conceptual

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Question 14

Compare and contrast the development of Native American civilizations in Mesoamerica to those in North America. What were their main political, social, and economic features? How did religious practices influence their evolution? 
Conceptual

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Question 15

Compare and contrast the political, economic, and social organization of ancient Egypt to that of Shang and Zhou China. What was the role of the king in relation to the nobility and other classes in each civilization? 
Conceptual

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Question 16

What were the features of and the role played by the pyramids and other monumental structures in ancient Egypt? 
Conceptual

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Quiz 1: The Birth of Civilization

Anthropologists designate early human cultures by their

The Paleolithic Age is characterized by

Slavery in Mesopotamia took the forms of

Egypt's "black land" was

Egyptian hieroglyphs first appear

The Old Kingdom of Egypt collapsed

Slaves in ancient Egypt

The Hittites

India's Late Vedic Age is also called the Epic Age because it is the setting for

Looking at Map 1-4 (p. 27) , which political and geographic features are typical of Iron Age China?

Members of the literate bureaucracy, the scholar-bureaucrats, were called

Explain and discuss the concept of diffusion and its effect on ancient civilizations and early cultures. How did these cultures influence one another? Conceptual

Discuss the rise of civilizations in North America. Compared to Africa and Asia, was the food supply more or less abundant? What effect did this have on the people who lived there? Conceptual

Compare and contrast the development of Native American civilizations in Mesoamerica to those in North America. What were their main political, social, and economic features? How did religious practices influence their evolution? Conceptual

Compare and contrast the political, economic, and social organization of ancient Egypt to that of Shang and Zhou China. What was the role of the king in relation to the nobility and other classes in each civilization? Conceptual

What were the features of and the role played by the pyramids and other monumental structures in ancient Egypt? Conceptual