Western Civ Test

Front

Studying history helps us understand the past and its impact on the present and future. True or False?

Back

True

Front

How do you think we as Christians look at history differently than non-Christians?

Back

Christians view history as a linear progression with a divine purpose.

Front

Prehistory refers to the period of time before what?

Back

The invention of writing

Front

How do historians date events and eras?

Back

By analyzing historical documents and artifacts

Front

The Nile River was called the giver of life because:

Back

It provided water for agriculture.

Front

What were the pagan beliefs of the Egyptians?

Back

Polytheism with a pantheon of gods and goddesses

Front

What is a pyramid?

Back

A structure built in ancient Egypt.

Front

What did the Egyptians contribute to civilization? Options: The invention of the wheel, The development of the alphabet, The construction of pyramids, The creation of democracy

Back

The construction of pyramids

Front

What were the Hittites and Sumerians known for?

Back

The Hittites were known for their advanced chariot technology, and the Sumerians for their cuneiform writing system.

Front

Hammurabi was known for creating one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes. Who was he?

Back

A Babylonian king