River Civilizations Quiz

Which era did human societies develop from the Paleolithic Era to the Neolithic Era?

• Neolithic Era

• Bronze Age

• Industrial Era

• Mesopotamian Era

What is a common characteristic of advanced civilizations?

• Lack of job specialization

• Absence of organized religion

• Decreased social hierarchy

• Surplus of food

Which river was Mesopotamian civilization located near?

• Nile River

• Indus River

• Tigris and Euphrates rivers

• Yellow River

What was the writing system developed by the Sumerians?

• Runes

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

• Alphabet

Which ancient civilization arose along the Nile River in Northern Africa?

• Ancient China

• Mesopotamian Civilization

• Indus Valley Civilization

• Ancient Egypt

What is the term used for the cultural and religious practice that began to emerge in the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Judaism

Which of the following was a ruling dynasty in Ancient China?

• Roman Dynasty

• Ottoman Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Mughal Dynasty

What indicated that a Chinese king had lost favor with the gods according to the 'Mandate of Heaven'?

• All of the above

• Overthrow

• Natural disaster

• Famine

What did the Oracle Bones found in Ancient China indicate about the civilization?

• Development of writing systems

• Advanced bronze tools

• Strict social hierarchy

• Urban planning

Which of the following was a common characteristic of the First Wave River Valley Civilizations?

• Absence of organized government

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Lack of job specialization

• Development along major rivers