Formative: Ancient SEA Mainland Civilizations

Which of the following Latin word for civilization directly translates to "citizen"?

• civis

• civitas

• civitas minor
• civitas maximus

What megalithic structure in Indonesia is known to be the largest Buddhist temple?

• Borobudur
• Prambanan
• Angkor Wat
• Stonehenge

What is the main purpose of having laws and government in a civilization?

• To increase taxes on citizens.
• To promote competition among individuals.
• To enforce strict religious practices.
• To maintain order and protect the rights of individuals.

What is a key characteristic of a civilization that involves the creation of written records and literature?

• Laws and Government

• Arts and Culture

• Writing System

• Specialized Jobs

Which present-day countries were part of the Mainland Southeast Asian civilizations?

• Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos

• Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore

• Philippines, Japan, Korea

• India, Sri Lanka, Nepal

The Funan Kingdom was known for strong trade ties with:

• Japan and Korea

• India and China

• Arabia and Persia

• Africa and Europe

Which empire is famous for the Angkor Wat temples and advanced irrigation systems?

• Srivijaya Empire

• Ayutthaya Kingdom

• Khmer Empire

• Majapahit Empire

Which Indianized influences were spread across Southeast Asia?

• Hinduism, Buddhism, Sanskrit writing

• Christianity, Latin, Gothic architecture

• Islam, Arabic language, calligraphy

• Animism, pottery, weaving

How did Southeast Asia’s geography contribute to the region’s economic development?

• Some Southeast Asian countries discovered ancient troves of Greek and Roman knowledge that they used to develop advanced societies.
• Some Southeast Asian countries had a violent warrior cult that allowed them to conquer and enslave nearby peoples.
• Some Southeast Asian countries commanded important waterways and controlled rich trade routes.
• Some Southeast Asian countries were situated on natural deposits of bauxite, uranium, and crude oil.

What is the main purpose of megalithic structures in early civilizations?

• The main purpose of megalithic structures in early civilizations was for religious and ceremonial activities.
• To act as residential buildings for early communities.
• To function as storage facilities for food and resources.
• To serve as defensive structures against invaders.