Pg IV Flashcards
What are Ziggurats?
A massive stepped tower on which a temple dedicated to the chief god or goddess of a Sumerian city was built.
Ziggurats served as both religious and administrative centers in ancient Sumerian cities.
What does Cuneiform mean?
“Wedge-shaped.” A system of writing developed by the Sumerians that consisted of wedge-shaped impressions made by a reed stylus on clay tablets.
Cuneiform is one of the earliest known forms of written expression.
What is unique about the Nile River?
It is the longest river in the world, beginning in the heart of Africa and coursing northward for thousands of miles.
The Nile played a crucial role in the development of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Define Lower Egypt.
A triangular-shaped territory formed by the delta where the Nile splits into two major branches.
Lower Egypt is located in the northern part of the country and was historically significant for agriculture.
What characterizes Upper Egypt?
The land upstream to the south.
Upper Egypt is known for its unique culture and significant archaeological sites, including many temples.
What is the Pyramid of Giza?
The three pyramids at Giza, with the largest being the Great Pyramid of Khufu, located across the Nile River from Cairo.
The pyramids served as monumental tombs for pharaohs and are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Who were the Sea Peoples?
A confederacy of naval raiders who harried the coastal towns and cities of the Mediterranean region.
Their invasions contributed to the collapse of several ancient civilizations around the late Bronze Age.
What was the Hortensia Law?
Allowed plebeians to fully participate in public laws of government and worship.
This law was significant in the struggle between the patricians and plebeians in ancient Rome.
What is a Veto?
The right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
The veto power is an essential part of checks and balances in various government systems.
What are The Covenant and the Law?
A fundamental concept in ancient Israelite religion, involving agreements between God and His people.
The Covenant often included moral and ethical guidelines for living.
