1. Studying World Civilizations
GRAPES
Studying World Civilizations

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

3. 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

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

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

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

7. 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

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