Ancient Civilizations Flashcard

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What is the term for a large, stepped platform thought to have been topped by a temple dedicated to a city's chief god or goddess?

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Ziggurat

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Which ancient city is known for its massive ziggurat?

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Ur

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What is the term for a city that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state?

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City-State

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What is the name of the Jewish place of worship?

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Synagogue

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What is the collection of Jewish texts that includes the Torah? Options: Bible, Quran, Tanakh, Vedas

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Tanakh

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Which civilization was known for its powerful navy and conflicts with Rome?

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Carthage

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Which ancient text is attributed to Homer and tells the story of the Trojan War?

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Iliad

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Which ancient civilization was known for its militaristic society and rivalry with Athens?

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Sparta

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Which ancient civilization is known for its influence on Roman culture and architecture?

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Etruscan

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Who is known as the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama