Studying World Civilizations GRAPES Studying World Civilizations

GRAPES G eography R eligion A chievements P olitics E conomics S ocial Structures

Geography the physical features of an area or region the study of the affect of physical features on the development of an area or civilization

Religion a set of spiritual beliefs, values and ideas that a group of people hold in common

Achievements an accomplishment of a civilization or group that has a continuing affect on future groups or people

Politics the science of government and government structures involves the power and leaders of different groups or civilizations

Economics system of managing the wealth and resources of a community or region the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services financial affairs of a country or community

Social Structures social relationships between groups of people in a civilization levels or ranks of people in society