What are the typical characteristics of empires?

• Decentralized government, weak military, local influence

• Centralized government, strong military, dominant global position

• Centralized government, weak military, local influence

• Decentralized government, strong military, dominant global position

How did Cyrus the Great maintain peace in the Persian Empire?

• By enforcing strict laws

• Through tolerance for his people's cultures

• By expanding the empire aggressively

• By isolating the empire from others

What religious practice was common before Judaism?

• Monotheism

• Atheism

• Polytheism

• Animism

What concept did ancient Jewish tribes contribute to classical civilizations?

• Polytheism

• Monotheism

• Atheism

• Animism

Which types of government are associated with ancient Greek systems?

• Democracy, Monarchy, Oligarchy, Tyranny

• Democracy, Republic, Dictatorship, Anarchy

• Monarchy, Republic, Democracy, Communism

• Oligarchy, Democracy, Dictatorship, Anarchy

What did democracy in ancient Athens provide to its citizens?

• Limited rights and privileges

• No rights and privileges

• Citizens rights and privileges

• Only military rights

Where are the Tigris and Euphrates rivers located, and why are they important?

• In South America, important for trade routes

• In the Middle East, vital for irrigation and drinking water

• In Europe, crucial for transportation

• In Africa, essential for fishing

Which political system allows citizens to elect representatives?

• Democracy

• Limited Monarchy

• Republic

• Totalitarianism

Who developed the first democracy?

• Romans

• Egyptians

• Greeks

• Persians

What is the best title for the list (women, slaves, foreigners) in Ancient Athens?

• Citizens of Ancient Athens

• Groups Excluded From Full Citizenship in Ancient Athens

• Leaders of Ancient Athens

• Warriors of Ancient Athens