Exploring Ancient Civilizations

What is the significance of the Rosetta Stone?

• It was a famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci.

• It was used as a weapon in ancient battles.

• It was the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs.

• It is a type of ancient Egyptian pottery.

Which ancient civilization is known for its pyramids?

• Incan civilization

• Egyptian civilization

• Greek civilization

• Mayan civilization

What writing system was used in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Phoenician Alphabet

• Runes

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

Who was the first emperor of China?

• Qin Shi Huang

• Han Wudi

• Liu Bang

• Cao Cao

What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall of China?

• To protect against invasions and raids.

• To mark territorial boundaries

• To act as a tourist attraction

• To serve as a trade route

Which ancient city is known for the Hanging Gardens?

• Athens

• Carthage

• Babylon

• Rome

What was the main religion of ancient Egypt?

• Polytheism

• Monotheism

• Atheism

• Zoroastrianism

Who were the main gods in Greek mythology?

• Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva

• Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Demeter, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Hephaestus, Aphrodite, Hermes, Hestia/Dionysus

• Thor, Loki, Odin

• Ra, Anubis, Isis

What was the primary economic activity in ancient Rome?

• Mining

• Trade

• Agriculture

• Manufacturing

Which ancient civilization is credited with the invention of democracy?

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Greece

• The Byzantine Empire

• Ancient Egypt