Ancient Civilizations

1. the birthplace of civilization
5. this religion started during the Roman Empire and many people were considered criminals for participating in it
8. the birthplace of Hinduism
11. this Macedonian helped expand the Greek empire all the way to Asia and Africa
13. the location of the Ancient Sumerian and Babylonian civilizations
14. Siddhartha Gautama was a prince who became known as _________ to his followers
15. this civilization relied on military strength to expand its borders
16. this civilization relied on boats to become wealthy
17. this river was the location of many early ancient Chinese settlements

2. the Taklimakan Desert is located here
3. this technique allowed ancient civilizations communicate knowledge from one generation to the next
4. this trail connected Ancient China to Western Asia and Europe
6. this Italian trader traveled along the Silk Road
7. this technique allowed ancient civilizations to grow crops and raise animals
9. this ancient technology allowed early humans to cook their food and gave them a place to gather and build their communities
10. this dangerous activity was a way for early humans to get the food they needed
12. this river helped the ancient Egyptians farm, trade, and transport goods