1. World History Eras 1-3 Review
Mrs. Abbott

2. Agriculture first appeared in the middle east around 8000 BC

3. The 5 Features of a Civilization
Advanced Cities
Complex Institutions
Technology
Specialized Workers
Record Keeping

4. Pyramids
The Pyramids can be seen from great distances, and are a reminder of the glory of the people who created them.

5. Written Language
Cuneiform and hieroglyphics were important in the development of a written language.

6. Was used to encourage and discourage plant growth.
Slash and Burn
Was used to encourage and discourage plant growth.

7. Problems in Agricultural Societies
Food Shortages Disease Social Conflict

8. Farming and Permanent Settlements
At the end of the stone age, people went from being hunter gatherers to living in permanent settlements and farming.

9. Polytheistic Religion

10. Jesus of Nazareth
Christianity began in the Jewish religion by the followers of Jesus of Nazareth.

11. Muhammad
Islam, whose followers are known as Muslims, began in Arabia in the seventh century and is based upon the teachings of Muhammad.

12. Hindu and Buddhists
Both believe in Karma…that events are not random, but happen because of someone’s actions.

13. Judaism

14. China
The cradle of agriculture in China was on the Yellow river.

15. River Valley Civilizations

16. Mesopotamia Mesopotamia was conquered again and again because
it had no natural barriers.

17. Agricultural Revolution
Domestication of Animals and Plants led to the agricultural revolution.

18. 5 Pillars of Islam
Faith
Fasting
Alms
Pilgrimage
Pray 5 Times a Day