Ancient Civilizations/Major World Religions

This civilization used hieroglyphics, had pharaohs, and pyramids.

• Ancient Mesopotamia

• Ancient India

• Ancient Missouri

• Ancient Egypt

Which ancient civilization is known for its cuneiform script and ziggurats?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Mesopotamia

• Ancient China

• Ancient Rome

Muhammad was the leader of what religion?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Judaism

• Buddism

Which two cities are important to the Islamic faith?

• Mecca and Rome
• Constantinople and Medina
• Athens and Sparta
• Mecca and Medina

Which ancient civilization is known for building the pyramids?

• The Romans

• The Egyptians

• The Greeks

• The Mayans

What was the main purpose of the Silk Road?

• To spread religious beliefs

• To conduct military campaigns

• To facilitate trade between Asia and Europe

• To discover new lands

Which religion believes salvation comes from faith?

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

In Hinduism you could advance through the caste system by being appointed by a king.

• True

• False

What is the main purpose of life according to Hinduism?

• To follow the Ten Commandments

• To achieve enlightenment

• To fulfill Dharma

• To spread the teachings of Muhammad

Government in Ancient China was ruled by which of the following:

• Pharaohs

• Dynasties

• Congress