Chapter 2 Flashcards
Which of the first civilizations experienced the greatest cultural continuity from its earliest formation to modern times?
China
What is true about ancient Egypt?
The state was ruled by pharaohs who were believed to be gods in human form.
What is usually considered a feature of civilization?
States that use force to compel obedience from subjects.
The rulers of the first civilizations also drew their power from their roles as…
High priests
Kingship in the first civilizations often…
Depended on the belief that the position of kind was divinely ordained
How did social class affect gender roles in the first civilizations?
Woman from the upper class were expected to stay at home, while women from lower classes had to go out and do public work
What accomplishment emerged in the first civilizations
Writing
In which first civilization were women recognized as equals to men
Egypt
What describes gender relations in the first civilizations
Women were defined largely by their relationship to a man
What FC did not rely on grain based agriculture
Norto Chico
Kingship in the FC often
Depended on their belief that the position of King was divinely ordained
