6th Grade Spring Break Challenge #7

Why did hunter-gatherers often move around?

• They wanted better resources for shelter.

• They followed animals that were migrating with the seasons.

• They wanted to overtake neighboring tribes.

• They wanted better soil to grow crops.

Which feature was a necessity for early settlements?

• a warmer climate

• a nearby water source (i.e. river)

• large, flat areas for constructing homes

• access to metals such as iron or bronze

Which of the following was an effect of job specialization?

• an individual had to perform all tasks necessary to survive

• an individual could focus on producing a good or service not related to farming (i.e pottery, clothing)

• an individual could only do the job given to them by the government ruler; usually based on their education

• an individual had to do the tasks assigned to them by their ancestors; some believed were spirits within them

How did non-farmers in villages obtain food?

• by growing small gardens

• by purchasing it

• by bartering for it

• by hunting and gathering

Which statement is true of religion in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Religion was separate from all other parts of daily life (like government and culture).

• People worshiped many different gods.

• Religion was based on scientific study.

• People were encouraged to study and rewrite sacred texts.

Which of the following statements is true about Mesopotamia achievements?

• the development of gunpowder helped in demolition

• they discovered a new type of soil that would grow exotic fruit

• creating bronze tools helped in developing a stronger plow

• priests were responsible for the first monotheistic religion

How did the surrounding desert and mountains help the advancement of civilization in Mesopotamia?

• They provided it with natural resources.

• They were home to nearby trading partners.

• They were a means of transportation.

• They protected it from invasion.

What idea did Hammurabi's Code establish for the first time?

• Punishments should be the same for everyone.

• Society should be ruled by law.

• People should be taught to read the laws.

• Judges should be appointed to interpret the law.

How did Egyptians believe that pharaohs got power?

• from the gods

• from winning a war

• from the ruling class

• from their wealth

What was the writing system for ancient Egypt?

• cuneiform

• hieroglyphics

• alphabet

• pressed images on seals