Traits of Civilization

What were the cities in early civilizations like?

• Just large population centers

• Political, economic, and cultural centers

• Monumental architecture dedicated to religion or government

• All of the above

What is NOT the purpose of government in a civilization?

• To provide leadership and enforce laws

• To manage resources and populations

• To increase the population of the civilization

• To maintain order and stability

What significant growth in civilizations led to the development of specialized workers?

• The creation of a writing system

• The increase of food surplus

• The development of governments

• All of the above

Who specialized in record keeping in ancient civilizations?

• priests

• farmers

• scribes

• traders

Why did people develop new tools and techniques as cultures became more complex?

What were the five traits that ancient civilizations had in common?

What role did trade play in the growth of civilizations?

What was the role of record keeping in ancient civilizations?