First Civilizations Quiz

Which ancient civilization developed in the region known as Mesopotamia?

• Sumerian

• Mayan

• Egyptian

• Babylonian

What river was the cradle of civilization for the Mesopotamian civilization?

• Tigris and Euphrates River

• Yangtze River

• Amazon River

• Nile River

Which ancient civilization built the famous ziggurats?

• Sumerians

• Mayans

• Greeks

• Egyptians

What was the main writing system used by the ancient Mesopotamians?

• pictographs

• runes

• hieroglyphics

• cuneiform

Which ancient civilization developed along the Nile River?

• Mesopotamian

• Incan

• Egyptian

• Mayan

What was the main purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• To serve as tombs for the pharaohs and their families.

• To house the royal library and archives.

• To serve as temples for religious ceremonies.

• To store grain and other food supplies.

Which ancient civilization had a well-organized government ruled by pharaohs?

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient China

What was the main writing system used by the ancient Egyptians?

• cuneiform

• pictograms

• hieroglyphics

• runes

Which ancient civilization developed in the Indus Valley?

• Mayan Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

• Roman Civilization

• Indus Valley Civilization

What was the largest city of the Indus Valley civilization?

• Mohenjo-daro

• Kalibangan

• Lothal

• Harappa