Civilization and Society Basics Flashcard

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What is a civilization?

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A society with cities, a government, job specialization, and social classes

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Surplus

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Extra or more than what is needed

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What is a government?

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The governing body of a nation, state, or community

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Polytheism

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Belief in many gods

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What is job specialization?

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Separating jobs into different tasks for different people

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What are the arts?

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Visual arts, literature (writing, poetry) music, and performance.

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What is architecture?

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The art of designing buildings

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Mosaics

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Pictures made with pieces of colored stone or glass

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Which of the following is an example of job specialization in ancient civilizations? Options: Some people becoming potters while others become farmers, All people living in one large house, Everyone hunting together every day, Everyone growing their own food

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Some people becoming potters while others become farmers

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What is the main purpose of a government in a civilization?

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To organize and manage laws, order, and leadership