1. MRS. FREEMAN’S NOTES 2014-2015 Evidence of Complex Societies

2. Think about it… What are the characteristics of a civilization? Discuss with your team and write down at least five to share with the class.

3. Characteristics of Civilizations? ? ? ? ?

4. Civilizations must have cities that are centers of trade for large areas

5. Civilizations must have technologies that make their lives easier

6. Civilizations must have writing in order to keep records of taxes, laws, or trade

7. Civilizations must have specialized workers that create a class system

8. Civilizations must have complex institutions like government & religion to keep order

9. The Neolithic Revolution

10. The History of the World in 7 Minutes http://worldhistoryforusall.sdsu.edu/movies/flash_l arge.php http://worldhistoryforusall.sdsu.edu/movies/flash_l arge.php

11. LET’S LOOK AT IN MORE DETAIL… Each team will be assigned one of the first civilizations from which to research and prepare a brief presentation to the class on Thursday/Friday.  Oral presentation  You may use notes  Take notes during other team presentations  Possible quiz Using primarily your textbook, educational websites and other resources in class, your team will report on ALL OF THE FOLLOWING as it relates to your topic:  Cities, central governments and law codes, writing and record keeping, specialized jobs, social classes, complex technologies, highly organized religions