Ancient History Flashcard

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What is the Neolithic Revolution?

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The transition from nomadic life to agriculture

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Where is Mesopotamia located?

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Between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers

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What is Hammurabi’s Code?

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A set of laws from ancient Mesopotamia

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What does Monotheism mean?

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Belief in one god

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What is Polytheism?

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Belief in many gods

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What is Egypt known for in ancient history? Options: The development of democracy, The construction of pyramids, The invention of the wheel, The creation of the alphabet

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The construction of pyramids

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What was the title given to the rulers of ancient Egypt?

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Pharaohs

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What is the term for the ancient Egyptian writing system that used symbols?

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Hieroglyphics

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Which country is known for the historical Maurya and Gupta Empires?

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India

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Which religion, originating in India, is known for its caste system?

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Hinduism