Unveiling Çatalhöyük The Birthplace of Ancient Civilizations

The video explores the discovery and significance of Çatalhöyük, one of the world's first cities. It highlights the city's unique urban structure, permanent housing, and the development of civilization through agriculture. The religious practices centered around a goddess, and the city's role as a trade hub with skilled craftsmanship are discussed. The transition to the Bronze Age and the impact of metalwork on society are also covered.

Who discovered Çatalhöyük and when?

• Arthur Evans in 1900

• James Mellart in 1961

• Howard Carter in 1922

• Heinrich Schliemann in 1870

What was unique about the houses in Çatalhöyük?

• They had no doors and were accessed through the roof.

• They were built on stilts over water.

• They were temporary shelters made of animal skins.

• They were made of stone and had doors.

How did the people of Çatalhöyük enter their homes?

• Through underground tunnels

• Through holes in the roof

• Through windows

• Through doors on the ground level

What did the people of Çatalhöyük primarily use for religious decoration?

• Plaster and paint

• Stone sculptures

• Gold and silver

• Wood carvings

What was the primary focus of Çatalhöyük's religious beliefs?

• Worship of ancestors

• Worship of animal spirits

• Worship of a mother goddess

• Worship of a sun god

What was a significant aspect of Çatalhöyük's economy?

• Fishing and whaling

• Trade and craftsmanship

• Mining and metallurgy

• Hunting and gathering

What material did Çatalhöyük craft workers use to make cloth?

• Linen

• Wool

• Silk

• Cotton

What did the people of Çatalhöyük use to create their pottery?

• Metal

• Clay

• Wood

• Glass

Which metal was first experimented with in Çatalhöyük?

• Gold

• Iron

• Copper

• Silver

What was the significance of bronze in the development of civilization?

• It was used for writing.

• It was used for religious ceremonies.

• It was used for making stronger tools and weapons.

• It was used for building houses.