Section 1 Chapter 3

Question 1

Artisan

Answer 1

A skilled worker, such as a weaver or a potter, who makes tools by hand.

Question 3

Barter

Answer 3

A form of trade in which people exchange goods and services without the use of money.

Question 4

Civilization

Answer 4

A form of culture characterized by cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, and advanced technology,.

Question 5

Bronze Age

Answer 5

A period in human history, beginning around 3000 B.C. in some areas, during which people began using bronze, rather than copper or stone, to fashion tools and weapons.

Question 7

Cuneiform

Answer 7

A system of writing with wedge-shaped symbols, invented by the Sumerians around 3000 B.C.

Question 9

Ziggurat

Answer 9

A tiered, pyramid-shaped structure that formed part of the Sumerian temple.

Question 10

Institution

Answer 10

A long-lasting pattern of organization in a community.

Question 11

Scribe

Answer 11

One of the professional record keepers in early civilization.

Question 15

Specialization

Answer 15

The development of skills in a particular kind of work, such as trading or record keeping.