Use the Three-Column Chart to organize events from each civilization into a timeline. Put your name at the top of the chart. Refer to your textbook. Complete the timeline by filling in the time period in the left-hand column. Your timeframes may be general or specific, depending on information available. Put the names of the civilizations you selected in the second and third columns. You should list at least four events for each civilization. See the table below for an example.
Student:
Time Period | Civilization 1 | Civilization 2
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1000 BC | |
800 BC | |
600 BC | |
400 BC | |
Complete the timeline by filling in the time period in the left-hand column. Your timeframes may be general or specific, depending on information available. Put the names of the civilizations you selected in the second and third columns. You should list at least four events for each civilization. See the table below for an example.
Student:
Time Period | Civilization 1 | Civilization 2
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3000-2000 BC | Ancient Egypt | Indus Valley Civilization
2000-1000 BC | Shang Dynasty | Mycenaean Civilization
1000-500 BC | Assyrian Empire | Persian Empire
500-0 BC | Roman Republic | Maurya Empire
The events in your timeline should focus on the advancements, innovations, ideas, practices, or achievements of each civilization. These events may include the following:
the development or spread of the civilization or ideas and practices from the civilization
religious ideas or cultural practices
scientific or technological inventions or advancements
agricultural or economic developments
Student:
Time Period | Civilization 1 | Civilization 2
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3000-2000 BC | - Construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza by the Egyptians
- Development of hieroglyphic writing system in Egypt
- Invention of papyrus by the ancient Egyptians
- Construction of sophisticated drainage and plumbing systems in the Indus Valley Civilization
2000-1000 BC | - Development of a highly organized bureaucracy in ancient China under the Shang Dynasty
- Invention of Chinese writing system with pictographic characters
- Use of oracle bones for divination in Shang society
- Mycenaeans introduce the concept of fortified citadels in Greece
1000-500 BC | -Assyrians establish a vast empire with advanced military techniques and siege warfare tactics
- Construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon by the Babylonian civilization
- Introduction of the concept of a centralized government under the Persian Empire
- The Persians develop a system of standardized weights and measures
500-0 BC | - Roman Republic expands and establishes a network of roads and aqueducts
- Introduction of the concept of democracy and the Roman legal system
- Invention of concrete by the Romans
- Maurya Empire in India introduces pillar edicts and promotes religious tolerance and cultural exchange
Time Period | Civilization 1 | Civilization 2
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3000-2000 BC | - Construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza by the Egyptians
- Development of hieroglyphic writing system in Egypt
- Invention of papyrus by the ancient Egyptians
- Construction of sophisticated drainage and plumbing systems in the Indus Valley Civilization
2000-1000 BC | - Development of a highly organized bureaucracy in ancient China under the Shang Dynasty
- Invention of Chinese writing system with pictographic characters
- Use of oracle bones for divination in Shang society
- Mycenaeans introduce the concept of fortified citadels in Greece
1000-500 BC | -Assyrians establish a vast empire with advanced military techniques and siege warfare tactics
- Construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon by the Babylonian civilization
- Introduction of the concept of a centralized government under the Persian Empire
- The Persians develop a system of standardized weights and measures
500-0 BC | - Roman Republic expands and establishes a network of roads and aqueducts
- Introduction of the concept of democracy and the Roman legal system
- Invention of concrete by the Romans
- Maurya Empire in India introduces pillar edicts and promotes religious tolerance and cultural exchange and answer this question1. Describe major innovations, advancements, achievements, or cultural practices of this civilization.
Civilization 1 - Ancient Egypt:
- Construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza: The Egyptians built massive pyramids as tombs for their pharaohs, demonstrating advanced architectural and engineering skills.
- Development of hieroglyphic writing system: The Egyptians created a complex system of pictographic symbols that represented words and sounds.
- Invention of papyrus: Egyptians developed the first form of paper using the fibrous stalks of the papyrus plant, allowing for easier record-keeping and communication.
- Sophisticated drainage and plumbing systems: The Indus Valley Civilization had well-planned cities with advanced drainage systems and indoor plumbing, showcasing their knowledge of sanitation and urban planning.
Civilization 2 - Indus Valley Civilization:
- Highly organized bureaucracy: The Shang Dynasty in ancient China developed an efficient administrative system, with specialized officials overseeing different aspects of governance.
- Invention of Chinese writing system: The Chinese created a writing system consisting of characters that represented concepts and ideas, laying the foundation for their rich literary and historical tradition.
- Use of oracle bones: The Shang civilization used oracle bones, turtle shells or animal bones inscribed with divination questions, to seek guidance from the deities and ancestors.
- Introduction of fortified citadels: The Mycenaean civilization in Greece built fortified citadels, such as the famous Mycenae, to protect their cities and assert their power. These citadels also housed palaces and administrative centers.
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Civilization 1 - Ancient Egypt:
- Egyptians built really big pyramids called the Great Pyramid of Giza.
- They made up a cool writing system with pictures called hieroglyphics.
- Egyptians invented a kind of paper made from a plant called papyrus.
- They had fancy plumbing systems in their cities to get rid of waste.
Civilization 2 - Indus Valley Civilization:
- The Shang Dynasty in China had a fancy government system with different people doing different jobs.
- The Chinese created characters to write things down instead of using the alphabet we use today.
- They would ask questions to the gods using special bones called oracle bones.
- The Mycenaeans in Greece built really strong forts to protect their cities and show how important they were.
2. How did these advancements or practices affect the development and growth
of the civilization? How did they affect the other civilization you selected?